Rolex
Rolex President Datejust (Reference 178278). A yellow gold diamond-set automatic wristwatch with date.
Description
As a release in 1945 to commemorate Rolex’s 40th anniversary. The Datejust surpassed its predecessors by being the first automatic wristwatch with an automatically changing date window at midnight. The Oyster case introduced in 1926 offered a resolution to an unaddressed need, resistance to water. With such groundbreaking features the Datejust quickly became one of the world’s most popular luxury timepieces. Includes Rolex box.
Condition Report
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Like New
The watch is in overall very good condition with minor wear throughout commensurate with age. The movement is running at the time of cataloging, however, it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement.
The watch is in overall very good condition with minor wear throughout commensurate with age. The movement is running at the time of cataloging, however, it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement.
Reference Number : 178278
Model : Datejust
Complication : Date
Gender : Women's
Dial Color(s : Mother-of-pearl, White
Dial Numerals : Diamond-set
Movement Type : Automatic
Case Material(s : Yellow Gold
Case Size (mm : 31
Case Back : Screw-down
Band Material : Yellow Gold
Clasp Type : Deployant buckle
Clasp Material(s : Yellow Gold
Signature : Dial, Movement
Box : Yes