Rolex Submariner 1680/8 Purple

tropical purple dial - excellent overall condition

Rolex Submariner 1680/8 Purple - extremely attractive and unusual Submariner from 1971
extremely attractive and unusual Submariner from 1971
the original blue dial turned to a magical purple hue
gold hands, gold hands marker
faded bezel
18ct yellow gold case
sharp lugs
gold hallmark on the back side of the lug
screw-down case
automatic calibre 1570
perfect preserved yellow gold bracelet
rolex folding clasp
diver's extension
serial number engraved in the clasp
1/71 in the clasp (first quarter 1970)
reference between the lugs
serial number between the lugs

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Description
This 1971 Rolex Submariner 1680/8 literally blows one away. The original blue dial of this watch turned to a magical purple hue. In the collector’s circles, this dial is also called "Tropical Purple". This is a wristwatch with unmistakable unique character.

The yellow gold case of this Submariner has been greatly preserved and shows sharp edges. The engravings of the numbers between the lugs are clearly legible. The heart of the watch is the automatic caliber 1570, which runs flawlessly in all functions.

Another highlight is the golden bracelet, which was originally with that watch. This fact is proven not only by the date stamp in the clasp (1/71), but also by the engraving of the serial number in the clasp, which was often done by the selling concessionaire. The condition of the bracelet matches the watch perfectly with minimal signs of wear, which are not worth mentioning.

Given the superior condition of the watch, its rarity and the extremely attractive and unusual tropical purple dial, the present piece is an unmissable opportunity for the collector of fine and important timepieces.

Seriennummer: 2816xxx (1971)

Int.Exe.: 5005080
Features

Manufacturer: Rolex

Model: Submariner

Reference: 1680/8

Functions: date - central second - COSC certified chronometer - screw-down crown - rotating bezel - screwed-on caseback

Material: Yellow Gold

Carat: Gold 750 : 18 ct

Watch glass: acrylic crystal

Bracelet: yellow gold

Type of clasp: deployant buckle

Diameter: 40mm

Caliber name: Rolex 1570

Movement type: automatic

Year of Manufacture: 1971

Overall condition: 9 - has rarely been worn - top condition

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