Rolex GMT-Master II Ref. 116758
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
circa 2007
Maker / issuer
RolexThis Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date GMT-Master II, reference 116758, is a self-winding wristwatch housed in an 18K yellow gold three-body case measuring 40 mm in diameter and 12 mm in thickness.
The exterior features decorative stone setting, with 76 brilliant-cut white diamonds applied to the lugs and crown-guard, and a bi-directional revolving bezel set with baguette-cut white diamonds, sapphires, and rubies. It features a black dial with luminous indices and hands, a cyclops-magnified date aperture, and a second time-zone display. Internally, the watch is powered by the rhodium-plated Caliber 3185 movement, which incorporates 31 jewels, a straight-line lever escapement, and a Microstella-regulated balance.
The watch is completed by an 18K yellow gold Oysterlock bracelet. This timepiece is classified as a Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified and includes features such as an independently adjustable hour hand and a dedicated 24-hour hand for travel utility.
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- GMT wristwatch
- Maker
- Rolex
- Bracelet
- 18K yellow gold Oysterlock
- Movement
- Cal. 3185
- Case Size
- 40 mm
- Reference
- 116758
- Case Number
- Z384574
- Bezel Composition
- Diamond, sapphire, and ruby
- Maker / attribution
- Rolex
Design
- Visible features
- • Gem-set bezel featuring alternating baguette rubies, sapphires, and diamonds • Brilliant-cut diamond embellishment on the lugs and crown guards • Black dial with yellow gold luminous indices and hands • Oysterlock bracelet in 18K yellow gold
- Condition and Attribution
- The auction description reports the watch as a 'Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified'. Regarding the current state, the grading system indicates the movement and dial are in 'As new' condition. The case is evaluated as 'Very good' with minor signs of being 'Slightly scratched'. The dial, case, and movement are signed by the manufacturer. The watch is sold with an 18K yellow gold Oysterlock bracelet with an approximate overall length of 170 mm.
- Case and External Features
- The GMT-Master II, reference 116758, is constructed with an 18K yellow gold three-body case. The case architecture is characterized by polished and brushed surfaces, complemented by a screw-down crown and case back that provide water resistance. A prominent feature of this model is its elaborate gem-setting; the lugs and crown-guard are adorned with 76 brilliant-cut white diamonds. The bi-directional revolving bezel serves both functional and aesthetic purposes, indicating the second time zone through a configuration of 22 baguette white diamonds, a single triangular white diamond, and an array of 18 baguette sapphires and 18 baguette rubies. A sapphire crystal with a cyclops lens protects the black dial, which includes luminous round, baton, and triangular yellow gold indexes, alongside the date aperture.
- Movement and Technical Specifications
- The timepiece is driven by the Caliber 3185 self-winding movement. The movement is rhodium-plated and features oeil-de-perdrix decoration. It utilizes a straight-line lever escapement and operates on 31 jewels. Technical regulation is achieved through a Microstella screw system, with a self-compensating, free-sprung Breguet balance spring included to maintain accuracy. The balance is adjusted to temperatures and five positions, and the movement is equipped with a shock absorber and a hack mechanism. The watch displays center seconds and maintains GMT functionality via a specialized 24-hour hand and an independently adjustable hour hand.
Identification
- Reference
- 116758
- Serial number
- Z384574
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: The source describes the watch as sold circa 2007, which is an estimate rather than a confirmed manufacturing date
- Research required: Specifics regarding the origin or source of the gemstones are not provided