Rolex Submariner 16610LV

Box : Yes Papers : Yes Age : 2005 Movement : automatic Case Size : 40mm Case : Stainless Steel Dial : Black Bracelet : Stainless Steel LOT : 74873 Location : Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom Seller : PVEC Currency : GBP KEY FACTS This Rolex Submariner 'Kermit' is offered by a private seller in the UK A 50th anniversary Submariner with a distinctive green bezel This reference is among the most collectable and sought-after modern sports Rolexes Presented with a display box, outer box, warranty card and manual, wallet, user instructions, calendar card, swing tags, and Rolex anchor Also included in the lot is a third-party valuation for insurance The vendor confirms the watch to be unworn, however some handling marks may still be found The vendor also notes that some factory protective stickers are still in place ABOUT THIS WATCH The Rolex Submariner 16610LV, or “Kermit”, was first released in 2003 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the world's most recognised dive watch Several changes over the regular Submariner were introduced to mark this special model, not least the striking green aluminium bezel insert - an ode to Rolex’s corporate colour, and a symbol of the brand The other key differentiator was the “maxi-dial”, further improving legibility and giving a subtle nod to the design of early vintage references This revised dial paved the way for modern iterations and was introduced as a permanent design feature in newer models As a result, the "Kermit" became unique for having the dial layout from modern Submariners, but with the more traditional case shape and vintage charm of models from the ’80s and ’90s This lot represents an opportunity to acquire one of Rolex's most collectable modern sports watches