ROLEX, STEEL EXPLORER WITH GILT DIAL, REF. 1016
Lot 21ROLEX
EXPLORER, REF. 1016

ROLEX, STEEL EXPLORER WITH GILT DIAL, REF. 1016

CASE NO. 1’374’842

Closed29 October 2020

Price Realised

USD 18,750

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ROLEX, STEEL EXPLORER WITH GILT DIAL, REF. 1016
CASE NO. 1’374’842
CIRCA: 1966
CASE MATERIAL: Stainless steel
DIAMETER: 36 mm.
BRACELET MATERIAL: Stainless steel
BRACELET SIZE: Overall length approximately 190 mm.
DIAL: Black
MOVEMENT: Automatic
FUNCTIONS: Time only
WITH: Presentation box

Specialist note


The present example is distinguished by its beautifully aged “gilt” dial found on the later series of Explorers models. Early series featured outer chapter ring printed in silver and the signature likewise in silver. According to serial number of this watch it was made in 1966, also confirmed by the case back stamped II.66 for the second quarter of 1966.

Enhancing its overall appeal, this very elegant Explorer is offered in very good overall condition.