Important Watches: Part II
Important Watches: Part II
Rolex
Retailed by Tiffany & Co. Submariner, Ref. 16800 Stainless steel wristwatch with date and bracelet Circa 1983
Lot Closed
May 11, 12:42 PM GMT
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 CHF
Lot Details
Description
Rolex
Retailed by Tiffany & Co.
Submariner, Ref. 16800
Stainless steel wristwatch with date and bracelet
Circa 1983
Dial: black
Calibre: cal. 3035 automatic, 27 jewels
Movement number: 1'143'630
Case: stainless steel, screw-down back
Case number: 8'298'252
Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp
Dimensions: 40 mm, bracelet circumference approx. 200 mm
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: yes
Papers: no
Accessories: Bucherer service warranty card, Rolex service warranty card, instruction manual, calendar for 1984, document holder, COSC hang tag, anchor, service bezel insert, original crystal and presentation case with outer packaging
Enhancing the efficiency and functionality of their watches, Rolex continued to strive for technical upgrades of its movement, and the reference 16800 is a proud example of their innovation. The reference 16800 was first launched in the 1970s with a quick date change through the crown that was never seen before. With a redesigned bezel and the addition of a sapphire crystal, the new submariner improves its depth rating from the original 200 meters to a remarkable 300 meters.
The Rolex Submariner is one of the most iconic watches in the world with the richest history. The desirability of the present lot is further enhanced by its Tiffay & Co signature on the dial.