ROLEX | GMT MASTER GILT, REFERENCE 1675 STAINLESS STEEL DUAL-TIME WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND BRACELET CIRCA 1964

Dial: blackCalibre: cal. 1560 automatic, 26 jewels Movement number: 83'475 Case: stainless steel Oyster, screw-down crown and back, personalised engraving to the backCase number: 1’191’619 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet with integrated folding clasp Dimensions: 40mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 200mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Rolex Guarantee dated 15 December 1964, Chronometer Certificate and 'Swimpruf' tag

DIAL: in overall good condition without any cracks, luminescent material is mostly intact, except for some minor loss on the 1 o'clock marker and 6 o'clock marker, all of the luminescent material reacts under UV light, the hands are in good condition, except for some minor loss of luminescent material on the minute hand CASE: with scratches and marks throughout consistent with wear and age of the piece, case has not been over-polished, later bezel insert bearing some scratches marks and minor signs of discolouration in certain areas, case-back is engraved 'DARLING CONGRATULATIONS NOV 65 - DOREEN' and shows signs of rubbing through wear. Bracelet: 7836 / TC end-links: 380 MOVEMENT: running at the time of cataloguing, date changes correctly but is not perfectly aligned. Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of its timekeeping. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and that a service may be required at the buyer's discretion.
"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."

The Rolex 1675 was introduced in 1959 and produced until 1980. It is the most famous GMT reference as well as one of the most sought-after models ever made by Rolex. 
During its 21 years of production, the 1675 went through several evolutions of the case, the dial, movement and the bracelet. 
This early 1675 from 1964 is fitted with an attractive gilt glossy dial. The gilt dials were produced until approximately 1967. The example present on this lot is the last generation, with tritium luminescent material and the Swiss -T. While the watch was worn everyday and enjoyed by its proud owner, it has survived with its original Guarantee, certificate and tag, a rarity for a watch from that period.