Rolex 168000

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Year of Production: 1988
Case Size: 40mm
Case Material: Stainless steel
Dial Color: Black
Bracelet/Strap: Stainless steel
Movement Type: Self-Winding
Box: No
Papers: No
Location: United States
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Rolex - Ref. 168000 - Submariner Rolex, 'Oyster Perpetual Date, Submariner, 1000 ft./ 300m., Superlative Chronometer, Officially Certified,' case No. R595671, Ref. 168000/16800. Made in circa 1988. Fine, center seconds, self-winding, water- resistant to 300 m, stainless steel diver's chronometer wristwatch with date and a stainless steel Rolex Fliplock Oyster bracelet. | Important Modern and Vintage Timepieces | New York, 8th June 2011

Rolex - Ref. 168000 - Submariner Rolex, ?Oyster Perpetual Date, Submariner, 1000 ft./ 300m., Superlative Chronometer, Officially Certified,? case No. R595671, Ref. 168000/16800. Made in circa 1988. Fine, center seconds, self-winding, water- resistant to 300 m, stainless steel diver?s chronometer wristwatch with date and a stainless steel Rolex Fliplock Oyster bracelet., USD 2,500 - 3,500 CHF 2,200 - 3,000 / EUR 1,700 - 2,400Sold: USD 5,000 C. Three-body, polished and brushed, screw-down case back and crown, graduated unidirectional revolving black bezel for the decompression times, Triplock winding crown protected by the crown guard, sapphire crystal with cyclops lens. D. Gloss black with luminous round, triangular and baton steel indexes, outer minute/seconds track, aperture for the date. Luminous steel skeleton hands. M. Cal. 3035, rhodium-plated, 27 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance adjusted to temperatures and 5 positions, shock absorber, self-compensating freesprung Breguet balance spring, Microstella regulating screws, hack mechanism. Dial, case and movement signed. Diam. 40 mm. Thickness 13 mm. Approx overall length 200 mm. Important Modern and Vintage Timepieces New York, Jun 08, 2011 LOT 52 Rolex - Ref. 168000 - Submariner Rolex, ?Oyster Perpetual Date, Submariner, 1000 ft./ 300m., Superlative Chronometer, Officially Certified,? case No. R595671, Ref. 168000/16800. Made in circa 1988. Fine, center seconds, self-winding, water- resistant to 300 m, stainless steel diver?s chronometer wristwatch with date and a stainless steel Rolex Fliplock Oyster bracelet. USD 2,500 - 3,500 CHF 2,200 - 3,000 / EUR 1,700 - 2,400 Sold: USD 5,000 C. Three-body, polished and brushed, screw-down case back and crown, graduated unidirectional revolving black bezel for the decompression times, Triplock winding crown protected by the crown guard, sapphire crystal with cyclops lens. D. Gloss black with luminous round, triangular and baton steel indexes, outer minute/seconds track, aperture for the date. Luminous steel skeleton hands. M. Cal. 3035, rhodium-plated, 27 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance adjusted to temperatures and 5 positions, shock absorber, self-compensating freesprung Breguet balance spring, Microstella regulating screws, hack mechanism. Dial, case and movement signed. Diam. 40 mm. Thickness 13 mm. Approx overall length 200 mm. Share

Collectible Features |Rolex 168000

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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.
Comex Dial
Special dials produced for COMEX (Compagnie Maritime d'Expertises), featuring unique branding. Refers to Rolex watches issued to COMEX (a French diving company). Extremely rare and highly collectible. Substantially increases value due to rarity and association with professional diving.
Chocolate Dial
A dial that has aged to a deep brown color, distinct from tropical dials.

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