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Lot #1533

Rolex Datejust 16014 Blue Dial with Guarantee

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Introduction

Released to celebrate Rolex's 40th anniversary in 1945, the Rolex Datejust has become one of the Genevan Giant's most iconic watches. The world's first wristwatch to display the date via an aperture on the dial, the Datejust revolutionized wristwatch design for decades to follow. With its emblematic Cyclops lens, jubilee bracelet (designed specifically for the model in 1945), and classy fluted precious metal bezel, the Datejust's aesthetic has always been that of pure elegance and class. Perhaps one of Rolex's most recognizable designs, the Datejust has evolved from its dressier roots into a perfectly capable timepiece rivaling the robustness of most brand's sports watches. Featuring a stainless steel case with a screw-down crown and caseback, the Datejust packs an impressive 100m of water resistance alongside its consistently capable movements and construction that have enabled it to become one of the best-equipped watches for daily wear and tear. Available with several different dial options, in a multitude of materials, and across many styles, the Datejust is an inescapable reflection of its owner, with a model out there to suit pretty much everybody's tastes and preferences.

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Grade

M 8.5

Status

Vetted & Approved

Included

Guarantee and Hang Tag

Est. value range

$4,000 – $6,000

The Details

Brand

Rolex

Dimensions

36mm

Model

Datejust

Movement

Automatic cal. 3035

Reference

16014

Bracelet

Stainless steel Jubilee bracelet

Year

1988

Condition

Very good/ Excellent

Material

Stainless steel

Included

Watch, papers and hang tag

Dial Color

Blue

THE DIAL

Featuring a bright electric blue dial with applied indices and bright white lume, this example's dial is brilliantly vibrant and rather stunning.

THE CONSTRUCTION

Offered in the style of the Datejust's most iconic silhouette, this example sports a sharp fluted 18kt white gold bezel and a Jubilee bracelet with tight end links.

TIMING MACHINE READOUT

This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.

Condition

Watch is in overall very good to excellent condition. The case shows signs of being previously polished, but retains nice well proportioned lugs and minimal surface wear. There are a few small scratches along the edge of the lugs as shown in the images. White gold bezel shows some surface wear. The bracelet has 22 links total, 5 of which are removable.

Our Perspective

An iconic timepiece, to say the least, the Datejust contributed to Rolex's luxurious aesthetic with its fluted 18kt white gold bezel and intricately constructed jubilee bracelet - tenets of Rolex's signature look still to this day.

Sam Hines

Managing Director