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.

Watch is in near-mint condition, with a light rosy patina on the gold case. There are minor surface marks as seen in the images but the watch generally appears to have been worn seldomly. Dial near-mint with no chips or cracks. Bracelet has little stretch and comes with 28 links, including 4 removable ones. There is one additional link included.

Offering an even more prestigious construction than the Datejust would normally feature, this Datejust ref. 68278 pairs an exclusively yellow gold construction with Rolex's famed Presidential bracelet and a diamond-set onyx dial that results in a timepiece that operates at the apex of watchmaking luxury.