The Rolex Submariner 1680/8, introduced in 1969, marked a new era for Rolex as it was the first gold Submariner model.Despite deviating from the professional diver’s image of the Submariner, it exudes a sense of luxury with its hefty yellow gold case and bracelet. The highlight of the 1680/8 is its dial, which ages gracefully into an unusual shade of maroon, giving it a visually appealing “tropical shade” effect. The watch also features the iconic “nipple dial” and tritium lume, which are no longer found in modern Rolex production.
Case: Show sign of wear with slight polish from previous; inner case back stamped 1680
Dial: This unique color dial is known to be the "Tropical Purple Dial" as it was originally made in blue and have turned into this extraordinary hue; the lumes have turned into creamy color along with matching hands even though there is slight color difference
Bracelet: Rolex Gold Oyster Bracelet w/ 11 Links; SEL end links & clasp code B
