Rolex
Datejust, ref. 16234, circa 1996
The timeless, classic and elegant Rolex Datejust in 36mm is a must-have in any collection and one of the best starting piece. This specific piece dates back to circa 1996. Its vibrant blue dial perfectly complements the steel case and famous fluted white gold bezel. It is the ultimate Datejust configuration.
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/ Brand
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/ Year
Circa 1996
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/ Serial
W601xxx
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/ Reference
16234
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/ Material
Steel
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/ Size
36mm
about the watch
In the rich and long history of Rolex, not many model lines can pride themselves in being as significant as the Datejust. Born in 1945, the Datejust has seen many variations of cases, bracelets, and dials combinations.
This specific piece, the blue dial, white gold fluted bezel and jubilee bracelet, probably remains one of the most sought-after and versatile timepieces of all time. The mesmerizing glossy blue dial varies from ocean blue to a poping royal blue depending on the light, giving it a lively and dynamic appearance on the wrist. The tritium of the hands and indexes sport a charming beige patina, adding some vintage feel to the watch. These beautiful features are visible through the resistant sapphire glass.
On top of that, the overall condition of the watch is great, with still a lot of material on the case and sharp angles, making this timepiece the perfect one-watch collection and a must-have for anyone looking to wear a timeless Rolex.
The case has a lot of material and sharp edges. It has been very well preserved.
The buckle and bracelet are in excellent condition too. The bracelet is the original one, reference 62510H. It has no stretch.
The watch is sold alone, without box or papers. We provide a Veritas travel pouch.
The movement is the original caliber 3135, which runs well.
Our watches are available for in-person viewing in Lausanne by appointment only. While we occasionally travel to meet clients in Geneva, Zurich, or Bern, Lausanne remains the most convenient meeting point. Unfortunately, viewings outside of Switzerland are not feasible. To make an appointment, you can click on "Purchase request".