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Datejust Reference 16018, a yellow gold automatic wristwatch with date, Circa 1981

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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.

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The watch is in overall good condition with light wear throughout commensurate with age. Case is in overall good condition with minor surface wear and scratches. Bracelet has minor signs of tarnish, scratches, stretch and surface wear throughout commensurate with age. Dial is in overall good condition. 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.

Year

1981

Reference Number

16018

Model

Datejust

Complication

Date

Gender

Women's, Men's, Unisex

Dial Color(s)

Black

Movement Type

Automatic

Case Material(s)

Yellow Gold

Case Number

67*****

Case Size (mm)

36

Case Back

Screw-down

Band Material

Yellow Gold

Dimension Notes

Fits a wrist size of 7 inches or smaller.

Clasp Type

Deployant buckle

Clasp Material(s)

Yellow Gold

Signature

Dial

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