Rolex Datejust 16013 with rare diamond set computer dial

Rolex Datejust 16013 – Head Only
Serial 9.3M | Circa 1986–1987

A clean execution of the classic two-tone Datejust, offered head-only and paired with a handmade leather strap for an elevated, contemporary profile. This example features the seldom-seen computer-pattern champagne dial with factory diamond indices—a confident expression of late-80s Rolex design language.

The computer or “Jubilee” dial emerged in the mid-1980s as Rolex pushed beyond traditional sunburst finishes, introducing a repeating ROLEX motif woven across the surface. Produced for a relatively short window and in tighter configurations, these dials bridged eras: still grounded in traditional Datejust elegance, yet signaling the brand’s shift toward a more modern, luxurious aesthetic. With its diamond markers, this variant sat toward the top of the period catalog, appealing to buyers who wanted refinement with unmistakable Rolex identity. Today, these dials are sought after for their character, rarity, and the moment in Rolex history they capture. A dial made for the celebration of 40 years od the the Datejust watch.

Powering the watch is the calibre 3035, prized for its crisp quickset functionality and reliability—hallmarks of the transitional neo-vintage generation. The case retains healthy proportions, preserving the sharp lines and fluted bezel that define the reference.

A charismatic, period-correct 16013 with the right details and the right serial, backed by a two-year warranty. Confident, collectible, and ready to wear.

• Reference: 16013
• Serial: 9.3M (1986–87)
• Dial: Champagne computer dial, factory diamond-set
• Strap: Handmade leather
• Movement: Calibre 3035
• Warranty: 2 years