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Rolex's first Submariner with date, the reference 1680, was introduced in 1968 with much success. Collectors will make a distinction between a reference 1680 with red writing on the dial and a reference 1680 with all-white writing. Rolex changed to the all-white print dial in 1976/77, marking the end of red writing on the Submariner.
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Movement: operating, service needed Dial: lumes do not react to UV; minor surface scratches and pinhead dings almost throughout; the rotation of the bezel is very loose, possibly due of missing spring; Case: inside case back stamped 1680; minor surface scratches and pinhead dings almost throughout Bracelet: end links stamped 580 and bracelet stamped 93150; with minor signs of wear and pinhead dings Overall condition: very good for its age
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Lot 14Sale 23159
CASE NO. 5'529'963ROLEX, SUBMARINER, REF. 1680Estimate: HKD 60,000 - 120,000
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