Rolex GMT-Master 1675/8

Name: Rolex GMT-Master 1675/8 Yellow gold Black 1984 United Kingdom | East Anglian, Antiques & Fine Art | Lot 692
Brand: Rolex
SKU: 1675
Availability: OutOfStock

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Description

Rolex GMT Master with box and papers

Rolex GMT-Master 18ct gold wristwatch, model 16758, serial number 8370045, circa 1984, the brown dial with applied gold dot hour markers, quick-set date, gold and brown rotating bezel, the case back with inscription, on an 18ct gold Jubilee bracelet, with Rolex swing tag, instructions, Rolex brown leather folio and brown leather box, together with the original Rolex outer card box. Condition Report Overall in excellent condition commensurate with age. Bracelet is nice and tight. There is a small area of damage to the dial along the edge near the top of dial and the bottom. Any service history or replacement parts are unknown. The back of the case has an inscription 'Dear Lawrence, I Will Always Be Flying With You, Love Dad'. Date and hand adjust correctly and winds smoothly and in currently running. Boxes all in good condition

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.