- 2080
Rolex
Description
- A RARE STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC CENTER SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH DATE, GAS ESCAPE VALVE AND BRACELET, RETAILED BY TIFFANY & CO.REF 1665 CASE 5209479 DOUBLE RED SEA-DWELLER CIRCA 1978
- STAINLESS STEEL
- diameter 42 mm
Condition
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."
Catalogue Note
Reference 1665 was launched in 1967 and was the first watch produced to be used in saturation diving, aiming it at amateur and hobbyist divers around the world. It featured a sturdier case and pressure-release valve to its side. It was ultimately tested and approved for depths down to 2000 feet, or roughly 610 meters. The first generation of this reference had ‘Sea-Dweller Submariner 2000’ in red print on the dial and these were only in production for a limited period of time and are thus more collectable and sought after in the market today.
The classic Sea-Dweller reference 1665 can be separated into four distinct series, each one with subtle differences in dial design. The four series are also known as "Mark" and are sometimes abbreviated to “MK”. The present Rolex 1665 is an original example of a Mark IV or MK4 dial variation of the Double Red SeaDweller.
Furthermore, the present Double Red SeaDweller is originally retailed and signed by the celebrated New York-based jeweller and specialty retailer, Tiffany & Co., which exhibits great charisma and its undeniable aesthetic appeal is certain to captivate Rolex aficionados.