Jewellery, Objects of Vertu, Silver and Watches

Rolex. A stainless steel automatic wristwatch with date, Ref. 1680, No. 5151156, Submariner, circa 1977.
Movement: cal. 1570, automatic, 26 jewels.
Dial: black, triangular, baton and dot indexes, magnified date aperture, centre seconds.
Case: stainless steel Oyster, screw-down back and crown, calibrated bezel, no. 5151156, stainless steel Oyster bracelet.
Signed: case, dial, movement and bracelet.
Dimensions: diameter 39mm, bracelet circumference approximately
Accessories: punched guarantee and plastic wallet.
£6,000-£8,000

The legendary Rolex Submariner debuted in the early 1950s, designed specifically to endure the demanding conditions of scuba diving. Built for durability and reliability, these tool watches quickly gained favour among underwater explorers and military personnel. In 1966, the reference 1680 was introduced, marking a significant evolution as the first Submariner to include a date function.

This watch belonged to a distinguished businessman whose career carried him across the globe. Before entering the world of business, he served as an officer in the Royal Artillery and later achieved the rank of Captain in the Royal Marine Reserves. Beyond his professional and military accomplishments, he was a avid sailor, competing in several prestigious ocean races, including the renowned Newport Bermuda Race.

Movement: running at the time of cataloguing, hands adjusting and date advancing.
Dial: in good condition, luminous material to hands discoloured.
Case: scuffs throughout, scratches to the plexiglass. Inside case back no. 1680.
Bracelet: M10 93150
Gross weight: 116.1gm.
Please note that the above condition report is a statement of opinion only and may not specify all mechanical replacements or imperfections. Watches are opened to examine the movements, no warranties are made that the watches are water-resistant.
The watch has not been tested for the accuracy of its time keeping and would benefit from a service at the buyer’s expense.