Lot 16
Rolex

GMT Master II ‘Fat Lady’

Ref. 16760
Sold forCHF 14'000
Total bids10
EstimateCHF 9'000 – 15'000
LocationOffice, Zurich
  • No buyer’s premium

Reasons to bid

GMT-Master II ‘Fat Lady’ Ref. 16760, so called because of its thicker case than the previous reference 16700 – to create enough space for the then new Rolex caliber 3085. This watch is also known as the ‘Sophia Loren’ or, due to the distinctive black and red 24-hour rim, the ‘Coke’. This was the only color scheme available during the relatively short lifespan of this reference from 1982 to 1988, which was always offered in stainless steel. The many nicknames are a sign that this watch has always been the focus of attention for connoisseurs and collectors who express their affection in this way. 

CaseRound case in stainless steel, brushed and polished, screw down Oyster crown at 3 o’clock with embossed Rolex crown, bi-directional bezel with 24 hour GMT black and red ‘Coke’ insert, screwed solid caseback in stainless steel
BraceletOyster bracelet in stainless steel, brushed and polished, double folding clasp with embossed Rolex crown
DialBlack dial with luminous filled round hour markers and baton quarters in white gold, gilt outer minute divisions with five minute markers, polished ‘Mercedes’ hands with luminous compound, ‘lollipop’ central seconds hand, red and arrow tipped second time zone hand, date aperture at 3 o’clock under the Cyclops lens
MovementSelf-winding mechanical movement, functions: hours, minutes, seconds, date, GMT 24-hour hand, COSC chronometer
Cal.Rolex 3085
Ref.16760
Case No.962****
D=40 mm
Case:Good condition, signs of wear
Bracelet:Good condition, signs of wear
Dial:Near mint condition
Movement:Very good, all functions working properly
Box:Yes
Papers:Yes