Rolex
Submariner Date Ref. 16808
Ref. 16808
The Rolex 16808 is a luxury dive watch from the Submariner Date collection, notable for its 18-karat yellow gold case and classic design. Introduced in 1979, it combines Rolex's iconic tool-watch aesthetics with precious metal craftsmanship, making it a sought-after model among collectors for its rarity and historical significance.
crystalsapphire
movementCaliber 3035, automatic, ~48 hours power reserve
functionsdate
case diameter40 mm
case material18-karat yellow gold
year1979–1988
A registered Rolex 16808 carries a permanent RGATT passport: origin, history and owners, verifiable by anyone, and a documented history makes a watch easier to sell.