Rolex oyster perpetual datejust 16013

Rolex Datejust 16013

A beautiful example of the iconic Rolex Datejust, reference 16013, featuring a striking champagne sunburst dial with applied baton markers and a matching yellow-gold fluted bezel. The warm golden tones of the dial work beautifully with the gold details throughout the watch, creating the classic two-tone Datejust aesthetic that has become one of Rolex’s most recognizable designs.

The 16013 represents an important evolution of the Datejust. Introduced in the late 1970s, it brought Rolex’s modern high-beat calibre 3035 to the collection, together with the convenient quick-set date function. This makes the watch considerably more practical to use than the earlier generations while retaining the traditional proportions and character of a vintage Datejust.

The 36 mm Oyster case remains one of the most versatile Rolex case sizes ever produced. Combined with the fluted yellow-gold bezel and champagne dial, it has an unmistakably elegant presence without feeling oversized.

The dial is complemented by the characteristic Rolex Cyclops date window at 3 o’clock and classic baton hands and markers. The acrylic crystal further emphasizes its vintage character and gives the watch the warm optical quality associated with this generation of Datejust.

The serial number places this example in the mid-1980s, making it a wonderful representation of the transitional period between vintage and modern Rolex.

Technical details

• Reference: 16013

• Serial: 9002XXX

• Year: 1986

• Size: 36 mm

• Movement: Rolex calibre 3035, automatic

• Dial: Champagne sunburst

• Case: Stainless steel & 18k yellow gold

• Bezel: 18k yellow gold fluted

• Crystal: Acrylic with Cyclops

• Lug width: 20 mm

• Condition: Very good vintage condition

• Warranty: 2-year warranty

• Strap: Leather

• SKU: 1953