Rolex Explorer II 16550

Name: Rolex Explorer II 16550 Stainless steel White 1984 | Dealer
Brand: Rolex
SKU: 16550
Availability: InStock

Description

Rolex Explorer II 16550

Lovely complete example of a Rolex Explorer 16550 dating to 1984 (843… serial number). Amazingly this watch comes complete with its original inner and outer box, green plastic wallet, Chronometer Seal, Translation Booklet, Rolex Oyster and Explorer booklets, Rolex Chronometer Guarantee Certificate complete with Caseback Sticker, Calendar Card, sales Invoice and UK Rolex Service Guarantee Card dated 01/01/1997. The watch was originally bought by Captain Wilson from The Watch Shop in Hong Kong on 08/05/1985 as detailed in the sales Invoice. The watch has a Rolex service dial which was presumably replaced by Rolex at its service in 1997. Watch comes with its original 78360 bracelet which is stamped with date code “I”. Lovely complete watch with an interesting provenance, I cannot find another with the same supporting paperwork and service history.Rolex Explorer II 16550 $ 18,768 Basic Info Listing code GTQTU6 Brand Rolex Model Explorer II Reference number 16550 Movement Automatic Case material Steel Bracelet material Steel Year of production 1984 Condition Very good (Worn with little to no signs of wear) Scope of delivery Original box, original papers Gender Men's watch/Unisex Location United Kingdom, Formby Price £14,995 (= $18,768) [Negotiable] Availability Item is in stock Caliber Movement Automatic Movement/Caliber 3085 Power reserve 48 h Number of jewels 27 Case Case material Steel Case diameter 40 mm Try it on Water resistance 10 ATM Bezel material Steel Crystal Sapphire crystal Dial White Dial numerals No numerals Bracelet/strap Bracelet material Steel Bracelet color Steel Clasp Fold clasp Clasp material Steel Functions Date Lovely complete example of a Rolex Explorer 16550 dating to 1984 (843… serial number). Amazingly this watch comes complete with its original inner and outer box, green plastic wallet, Chronometer Seal, Translation Booklet, Rolex Oyster and Explorer booklets, Rolex Chronometer Guarantee Certificate complete with Caseback Sticker, Calendar Card, sales Invoice and UK Rolex Service Guarantee Card dated 01/01/1997. The watch was originally bought by Captain Wilson from The Watch Shop in Hong Kong on 08/05/1985 as detailed in the sales Invoice. The watch has a Rolex service dial which was presumably replaced by Rolex at its service in 1997. Watch comes with its original 78360 bracelet which is stamped with date code “I”. Lovely complete watch with an interesting provenance, I cannot find another with the same supporting paperwork and service history.

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.