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Rolex Explorer II 16550

Description

Rolex, Explorer II, "16550", ca 1988.

Case size: 40 mm Material: steel Movement: automatic, caliber 3085 Year: circa 1988 Crystal: sapphire crystal Bracelet: Oyster bracelet, folding clasp, ref. 78360-VC/501B Reference number: 16550 Serial number: R'779'924 Movement number: 2'102'892 Case number: 16550 Folding clasp dated approximately 1978. Minute hand with minor damage to the luminous material. Wear due to age and use. A simple function check indicated the movement runs; accuracy, power reserve and long-term performance have not been tested and servicing may be required at the buyer’s expense.

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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