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Lot Essay
To commemorate the 50th anniversary of Rolex’s original GMT-Master reference 6542, the brand introduced a new generation of models featuring a robust 'super' case design. The updated watches came with thicker lugs, Cerachrom bezels, and a higher construction quality.
The present reference 116718 stands out as striking and distinctive, as it showcases a green glossy dial with gold lettering, beautifully harmonizing with its solid gold case and bracelet. The rotating black Cerachrom bezels enables the tracking of a third time zone, adding to the dual-time function.
Like every Rolex, the GMT-Master has rich legacy. It was originally developed in collaboration with Pan Am Airlines, answering the need for pilots to track multiple time zones as international flights became longer. Precision was essential, so Rolex created a watch that allowed them to track two time zones on a single dial.
The present reference 116718 stands out as striking and distinctive, as it showcases a green glossy dial with gold lettering, beautifully harmonizing with its solid gold case and bracelet. The rotating black Cerachrom bezels enables the tracking of a third time zone, adding to the dual-time function.
Like every Rolex, the GMT-Master has rich legacy. It was originally developed in collaboration with Pan Am Airlines, answering the need for pilots to track multiple time zones as international flights became longer. Precision was essential, so Rolex created a watch that allowed them to track two time zones on a single dial.