The term “iconic” is often overused in watchmaking, but this might possibly be the exception that proves the rule. A true staple of Rolex production, worn by some of the best known public figures - both real and fictional - of the past and present centuries, and immediately recognized as a Rolex also by individuals not even remotely interested in watch collecting, the Submariner has truly and undisputedly acquired the status of “icon” for Rolex and for watchmaking at large.

The present Ricciardi retailed example can be considered one of the most appealing Submariner specimens currently on the market. In excellent condition, it furthermore bears the immediately recognizable “Red Sub” dial (an aesthetic variation currently rediscovered by the brand, and employed on their Sea-Dweller line). It is a Mark II dial, distinguished by the meter first designation (only found on Mark I through Mark III dials), thin long font, and open 6s. This configuration is found on watches bearing serial numbers between circa 2.2 and 2.45: a very short time, which explains why it appears that out of all the 1680 made, only about 6% bear Mark II or Mark III dials (made at the same time).

A final layer of appeal is given by the Ricciardi signed Rolex box and the Ricciardi stamped Guarantee - obviously in Spanish.