Fine Watches
Fine Watches
Rolex
'Fuchsia' GMT-Master, Reference 1675 | A stainless steel dual time wristwatch with date and bracelet | Circa 1969
Lot Closed
September 21, 02:04 PM GMT
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
Lot Details
Description
Rolex
'Fuchsia' GMT-Master, Reference 1675
A stainless steel dual time wristwatch with date and bracelet
Circa 1969
Dial: black
Calibre: cal. 1570 automatic winding, 26 jewels
Movement number: D3'442'792
Case: stainless steel, screw-down case back
Case number: 2'009'338
Closure: stainless steel Rolex Jubilee bracelet and folding clasp
Size: 40 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 190 mm
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: yes
Papers: yes
Accessories: Rolex blank Guarantee, associated literature, document holder, retail hang tag, calendar card for 1969-1970 and presentation case with outer packaging
When first released in 1954, the Rolex GMT-Master was the first wristwatch to display two different time-zones simultaneously and this secured its success among pilots worldwide.
In 1959 the reference 1675 replaced the previous reference 6542. The 1675 was in production until 1980, which is a very long run, portraying its success among professionals and private users alike.
The 1675 is considered as the GMT reference par excellence, combining the robustness of a Rolex tool watch and the charm and character of the vintage production. This particular timepiece features a very rare and highly sought-after fuchsia patina to the bezel.