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title: "Rolex Submariner 40mm 18ct Yellow Gold Oyster 16618 1997"
type: "product"
brand: "Rolex"
model: "Submariner (No Date)"
reference: "16618"
price: 21995
currency: "GBP"
condition: "Pre-owned"
year: 1997
category: "Watches"
subcategory: "Rolex"
availability: "Contact Us"
url: "https://thediamondbox.co.uk/product/rolex-submariner-40mm-16618-blue-18ct-yellow-gold-1997-rol-7461-rolex-16618"
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updated: "2026-02-26"
---

# Rolex Submariner 40mm 18ct Yellow Gold Oyster 16618 1997

## Price

**£21,995** (Finance available from £2069.36/month)

## Description

This 1997 Rolex Submariner 40mm features a blue dial with large luminescent hour markers and a solid-link oyster bracelet in 18ct yellow gold. It features a blue cerachrom unidirectional rotatable bezel.The Submariner's rotatable bezel is a key functionality of the watch. It features a 60-minute graduations, Which allow a diver to accurately and safely monitor diving time and decompression stops.The latest generation Submariner and Submariner date remain faithful to the original model launched in 1953.This watch has been checked against technical records to guarantee authenticity and clean history. Comes with original box and papers. Ref: 16618

## Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Brand | Rolex |
| Reference Number | 16618 |
| Year | 1997 |
| Condition | Pre-owned |
| Date on card | 01/01/1997 |
| Watchfinder condition rating | Very Good |
| Location | United Kingdom |
| Serial | U572001 |
| Model | Submariner (No Date) |
| Certified | Yes |
| Papers | Yes |
| Box | Authentic Box |
| Gender | Gents |
| TDB Limited Lifetime Warranty | Yes |
| Case Size | 40mm |
| Strap design | 18ct Gold |
| Material | 18ct Yellow Gold |
| Bezel material | Aluminum |
| Dial Colour | Blue |
| Movement | Automatic |
| Bracelet Size (cm) | 21 |
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