ROLEX, SUBMARINER 'KERMIT', REF. 16610 TImportant information about this lot
Price Realised USD 21,250
Estimate
USD 14,000 - USD 18,000
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Lot Essay
Rolex introduced the Submariner in 1953 and for the 50th anniversary Rolex came out with the reference 11610 to celebrate. The 50th anniversary debuted in 2003 and was in production until circa 2010. This example is from 2006. The anniversary model has a green bezel insert and “Maxi” dial; which means the hour markers are larger than the hour markers on the regular Submariner of this time period. The 50th Anniversary Submariner is highly sought after by collectors.
The present example is in excellent, unworn condition, with the stickers on the sides still in-tact. Finding one of these 50th anniversary Submariner's in this condition is getting harder every day and this is a good opportunity to get one.
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Condition report
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The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
The watch is in like-new condition. The case is in excellent, unpolished condition with its original protective stickers. The numbers are crisp between the lugs. The back of the lugs have very few, light scratches from spring bars. The bezel and crown are in excellent condition. The dial and hands are in excellent condition and appear to be original. The bracelet is original in excellent condition. The quick-set date function is working at the time of cataloguing. 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.