Rolex Ref 1675 GMT Master, 18k Gold, “Nipple Dial”, 1969

This is a very clean example of an 18k yellow gold Rolex Ref 1675 GMT Master with “Nipple Dial” from 1969.  The dial is a warm chocolate brown with outstanding gilt lettering. The original aluminum bezel is also in excellent condition. The original gold jubilee bracelet is in full length and without excessive stretch. The GMT Master was introduced in 1954 with a Bakelite bezel, and shortly thereafter the yellow gold model was presented. While the GMT Master, like the Submariner and the Explorer, is a tool watch, Rolex also meant for it to be worn by senior business executives flying across different time zones. For that reason, the GMT was the first Rolex sport model to be released with a precious metal case and a fancy Jubilee bracelet.  This is not only a beautiful combination of style and function, but the gold gives the watch an unmistakable heft. We think of watches more as an acquisition of passion than as an investment; but we do think vintage gold Rolex sports watches represent