vintage rolex submariner ref 1680 yellow gold

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Vintage Rolex Submariner Ref 1680 Yellow Gold

Original price was: $26,995.00.Current price is: $19,995.00.

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Why We Love This Watch

This pre-owned Rolex Submariner ref. 1680 is a rare and highly sought-after example, crafted from 18k yellow gold and featuring the iconic black “nipple” dial. Its bold gold markers against the deep black dial capture classic 1970s style, while the Bob’s Watches leather strap adds a refined, vintage-casual touch. A standout piece for collectors, this Submariner embodies the unmistakable charm of early solid gold vintage models.

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Vintage Rolex Submariner Ref 1680 Yellow Gold

This gold Submariner is in great vintage condition with wear consistent with age. The case is in good condition with normal signs of wear. The hallmarks on the back of the one, seven and 11 o’clock lugs are visible. The inside caseback is stamped “1680”. Serial and reference numbers are clearly visible. The bezel insert is in great condition with light wear and some scratches. The matte black nipple dial is in excellent condition with light patina. The lume on the dial has developed patina and aged to an attractive pale yellow color. The hour markers and hands have developed patina. The lume in the hands has developed patina and matches the color of the lume on the dial nicely. The crystal has some light wear.

The Rolex Submariner reference 1680 was the first submariner to feature a date wheel and cyclopes crystal and the first to be released in all gold. It was made approximately between 1966 and 1979 and is known as an excellent collector’s watch. The all gold model is especially collectable as there were significantly fewer manufactured compared to their steel counterparts. Initially, the watch dial featured the metric system with meters first (200m=660ft), however around 1971 Rolex changed the dial to read feet first (660ft=200m) in order to accommodate the United States, which was becoming the manufacturer’s largest market for the brand.

Authenticity

* All Pre-Owned Rolex watches are guaranteed to be 100% genuine and certified authentic. Certificates are issued by Watch CSA, the industry’s leading independent authority on watch authentication. Watch CSA Certified Pre-Owned certificates are provided for an additional fee at checkout. All watches are shipped to fit the average size wrist (7 1/4″ – 7 1/2″ for men and 6 1/4″ – 6 1/2″ for women). Additional links can be purchased if needed. Note that “B&P” means “box and papers” where stated.