Rolex 1016

Name: Reference 1016 Explorer | A stainless steel automatic wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 1967 Rolex
Brand: Rolex
SKU: 1016
Price: 8000 USD
Availability: InStock

Source

Event

Date

Lot Number

Condition-

Year of Production1967

Case Size36mm

Case MaterialStainless steel

Dial ColorBlack

Bracelet/StrapStainless steel

Movement TypeAutomatic

BoxYes

PapersYes

LocationUnited States

Estimates 8,000 - 12,000 USD

Description

Reference 1016 Explorer | A stainless steel automatic wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 1967 Rolex

Dial: black Caliber: cal. 1570 automatic, 26 jewels Movement number: D’080’662 Case: stainless steel, screw down case back Case number: 1’733’181 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Jubilee bracelet with folding clasp Size: 36 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 185 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Box: yes Papers: yes Accessories: Rolex presentation box and Guarantee booklets (open and undated)

Collectible Features |Rolex 1016

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Tropical Dial

A dial that has aged from black to a brown or caramel color due to prolonged exposure to sunlight and elements. Highly prized for its unique and attractive aging. Greatly increases value due to unique appearance and collector demand.

Gilt Dial

Dial with gold-colored text and markers. Common in older, vintage models. Adds value due to vintage appeal and aesthetics.

Swiss Underline

A dial marked with an underline below the "Swiss," indicating a specific period of production or luminescent material change.