Rolex King Midas Reference 3580 gay-freres The luminous material in the

The luminous material in the hands matches the dots at the hour markers

- Reference 16518

The case is in strong all-round condition with good even lugs and a crisp fluted bezel

that is in excellent condition with 558b endlinks and a clasp stamped ‘F 21’

The 33mm steel step-case remains strong all round

Rolex King Midas Reference 3580 gay-freres The luminous material in theThe original golden touch The King Midas was introduced in 1962 and was designed by Gerald Genta in the form of the Greek Pantheon, hence the peak on the left hand side and flowing bracelet design. Interestingly, the crown was placed on the left hand side to represent Midas, who turned anything to gold that he touched with his left hand. The watch has some serious heft, it cost a third more than a Day date when launched, and the case remains