Rolex Datejust 16234

Rolex Datejust, ref. 16234, circa late 2000, early 2001

The timeless, classic and elegant Rolex Datejust in 36mm is a must-have in any collection and one of the best starting pieces. This specific piece sports a stunning silver sunburst dial, it is the original classic and elegant Datejust. The case and bracelet are made of stainless steel, and the bezel of white gold. The watch dates back to late 2000, early 2001. In Rolex's long and rich history, few models can lay claim to such renown as the Datejust. Born in 1945, the model has seen many variations and combinations of cases, bracelets and dials. Reference 16234 is the first Datejust to have had sapphire instead of plexiglass, offering a little more resistance and a slightly more modern look than previous references. As is often the case with these neo-vintage Rolexes, the watch is a good mix, offering the strength and precision of a modern watch while retaining the aesthetics and wearability of the vintages. This particular piece, with its silver dial, fluted white gold bezel and jubilee bracelet, remains probably the best-known and most sought-after version, thanks in no small part to its versatility. The fascinating dial varies from metallic silver to an almost anthracite colour depending on the light, giving it a lively, dynamic appearance on the wrist. The indexes and hands are in luminova, which offers better readability in the dark.