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Vintage Rolex Submariner Ref 1680 Yellow Gold
$19,995In Stock — Ready to Ship
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Why We Love This Watch This pre-owned Rolex Submariner ref. 1680 is a rare and highly sought-after example, crafted from 18k yellow gold and featuring the iconic black “nipple” dial.
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2-Year Warranty
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Product Details
| Brand | Rolex |
|---|---|
| Gender | Men's |
| Condition | Vintage |
| Working Condition | Inspected and keeping accurate time. |
| Authenticity | Certified authentic by the WatchDealHub in-house team of specialists. |
| Warranty | Covered by the WatchDealHub 2-year warranty. |
| Photographs | All photographs are of the actual watch for sale. |
A closer look at the Submariner Yellow Gold
Our Submariner Yellow Gold is a Rolex ref. 1680, sold as a vintage example at $19,995. The list price on this one was $26,995.
Bracelet, size and who it suits
Realistically it is for a buyer who wants the marks of forty or fifty years rather than a factory finish.
Buying this wristwatch
Vintage means exactly that: age-related wear is part of what you are buying, and every mark on the Submariner Yellow Gold is visible in the photographs above. The reference, 1680, is what separates this specification from the others sold under the Submariner Yellow Gold name. $19,995 against a list of $26,995, delivered free and fully insured.
- Price: $19,995, reduced from $26,995
- Reference: 1680
The Submariner Yellow Gold in context
This gold Submariner is in great vintage condition with wear consistent with age. The case is in good condition with normal signs of wear. The hallmarks on the back of the one, seven and 11 o'clock lugs are visible. The inside caseback is stamped "1680". Serial and reference numbers are clearly visible. The bezel insert is in great condition with light wear and some scratches. The matte black nipple dial is in excellent condition with light patina. The lume on the dial has developed patina and aged to an attractive pale yellow color. The hour markers and hands have developed patina. The lume in the hands has developed patina and matches the color of the lume on the dial nicely. The crystal has some light wear.
The Rolex Submariner reference 1680 was the first submariner to feature a date wheel and cyclopes crystal and the first to be released in all gold. It was made approximately between 1966 and 1979 and is known as an excellent collector's watch. The all gold model is especially collectable as there were significantly fewer manufactured compared to their steel counterparts. Initially, the watch dial featured the metric system with meters first (200m=660ft), however around 1971 Rolex changed the dial to read feet first (660ft=200m) in order to accommodate the United States, which was becoming the manufacturer's largest market for the brand.
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Covered
- Movement & mechanical defects
- Automatic winding faults
- Timekeeping outside tolerance
- Manufacturing defects
Not Covered
- Accidental or impact damage
- Water damage from improper use
- Unauthorised repairs or servicing
- Normal wear to straps, crystals & externals
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Shipping Options
| Method | Delivery Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Insured Standard (Tracked) | 2–5 business days | Free |
| Expedited Delivery | 1–2 business days | Quoted at checkout |
| International Insured | Varies by destination | Free |
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