Rolex GMT-Master 1675/8

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Condition: Very good
Year of Production: 1982
Case Size: 40mm
Case Material: Yellow gold
Dial Color: Brown
Bracelet/Strap: Calf skin
Movement Type: Automatic
Box: No
Papers: No
Location: Switzerland
Description

Rolex 16758 GMT Master Tropical Fire Dial

Case : Round case in 18k yellow gold, brushed and polished, screw down Oyster crown at 3 o’clock with embossed Rolex crown, bi-directional bezel with 24 hour GMT brown insert, screwed solid caseback in 18k yellow gold Strap : Brown calfskin and pin buckle in 18k yellow gold Dial : Fire-brown dial and luminous ‘nipple’ indices. Movement : Self-winding mechanical movement, functions: hours, minutes, seconds, date, GMT 24-hour hand, COSC chronometer Cal : 3075 Ref : 16758 Case No : 716**** D : 40mm Year : 1982/1983

Collectible Features |Rolex GMT-Master 1675/8

Discover all the different variants of this specific reference that can enhance, or limit, this watch's value and collectability.
Tropical Dial
A dial that has aged from black to a brown or caramel color due to prolonged exposure to sunlight and elements. Highly prized for its unique and attractive aging. Greatly increases value due to unique appearance and collector demand.
Rivet Bracelet
A bracelet design with visible rivet heads on the side of the links, characteristic of vintage Rolex models.
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.

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