ROLEX, 18K GMT-MASTER, REF. 1675Important information about this lot
Price Realised USD 37,500
Estimate
USD 20,000 - USD 40,000
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Lot Essay
Rolex launched the GMT-Master in 1954 in order to provide pilots a watch that could read 24 hour time for a selected time zone. Following the success of this model, in 1959 Rolex introduced its successor, the reference 1675, which Rolex produced until 1980. Rolex made a few different variations of the 1675, including one in all 18k gold with brown dial and brown dial; like the present example. This watch is in all-original condition and still retains the bevels on the case. Finding gold Rolex sport watches in this condition is getting harder each day. The bracelet on this example features a larger crown than usual on the clasp to open the bracelet and is stamped, "K18 D'A" on the inside of the clasp.
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Condition report
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The case is in good condition with scratches throughout. The case is full and appears to retain its original bevels. The case shows signs of oxidation on the sides. The case has developed a light patina. The numbers are visible between the lugs. The back of the lugs show signs of wear form removing the bracelet. The hallmarks are visible to the back of the lugs. The case back has scratches. The inside of the case back is stamped "1675". The bezel, bezel insert, and crown appear to be original. The bezel insert has a scratch at 6 o'clock. The dial and hands are in good condition and appear to be original. The dial has developed a light spotting throughout. The bracelet is in good condition and has developed a light patina. The bracelet has scratches and some stretch. The clasp is stamped, "K18 D'A." The crystal has some scratches. The movement is in working order at the time of cataloging, consistent with the age of the watch. The movement has not been tested for accuracy. A service is recommended given the age of the watch.