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Rolex Explorer II 16550

Description

Rolex, Ref. 16550 Rare Cream "Rail Dial" Explorer II, circa 1985

Rolex, Ref. 16550 Rare Cream "Rail Dial" Explorer II, circa 1985 Case: 40 mm, stainless steel, three body, screw back, fixed 24 hour bezel, No. 8435754 Dial: cream/ivory colored dial with tritium dot, triangle and baton indexes, , luminous skeleton hands Movement: Rolex caliber 3085, rhodium finish, 27 jewels, automatic, adjusted five positions and temperature, monometallic balance with Microstella regulating screws, hack mechanism Band: 93150, stainless steel Oyster link band, deployant clasp with flip lock, 11 links plus diver's extension Lot includes Rolex boxes, service box and service certificate

Collectible Features |Rolex Explorer II 16550

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Pumpkin Patina
Lume plots that have aged to a distinct orange or pumpkin-like color.
Nipple Dial
The "nipple dial" is a term used to describe a specific type of dial found on certain vintage Rolex watches, particularly the Rolex GMT-Master and Submariner models from the 1970s and 1980s. The distinguishing feature of a nipple dial is its hour markers: instead of the usual flat or applied markers, these dials have raised, gold-trimmed markers that resemble small "nipples." These markers are typically made of gold and are filled with luminous material, allowing them to be easily read in low-light conditions. The nipple dial is considered highly desirable among collectors due to its distinctive look and its association with vintage Rolex models.
Frog Foot
Crown resembling a frog's foot.

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