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Datejust 36 Quick Set Sapphire Two Tone

Ref 16233 · Stock #W6850
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Customized — aftermarket-modified, not original factory condition. Modified outside the manufacturer: dial (Custom Yellow Diamond Roman). The manufacturer does not service or warrant aftermarket modifications; our 2-year store warranty applies.
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Rolex Datejust, Steel and Yellow Gold, 36mm case, Custom Yellow Diamond Roman dial, Fluted YG bezel. Circa 1997. Custom / aftermarket-modified — not original factory condition.

Specifications
BrandRolex
ModelDatejust
Reference16233
Year1997
Case size36mm
MetalSteel and Yellow Gold
DialCustom Yellow Diamond Roman
BezelFluted YG
BraceletJubilee D
ConditionUsed
Box & papersWatch only
Warranty2-year My Watch Dealer warranty
Stock #W6850
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About this Rolex Datejust

This Rolex Datejust, reference 16233, is a 36mm case in Steel and Yellow Gold used condition, featuring a Custom Yellow Diamond Roman dial, a Fluted YG bezel, a Jubilee D bracelet, dated circa 1997. This piece is customized — aftermarket-modified (setting or dial added outside the manufacturer); not original factory condition. Priced dealer-direct and shipped fully insured.

The Rolex Datejust

Condition and originality decide your number on a Datejust. Bezel style and dial type drive big spreads inside a single reference, and box and papers materially lift the premium. The current 126234 offers strong secondary-market liquidity if you want an easy exit later. Vintage 6517 examples reward collectors chasing patina. Steel ladies sit at entry, solid gold and gem-set at the ceiling, $3,539 to $32,200. Read the full Datejust buying guide ›

About Rolex

Value-wise, these are easy to defend. Rolex came out of Geneva in 1905 under Hans Wilsdorf and built a hard reputation through waterproof Oyster cases, Perpetual self-winding movements, and the Cyclops date lens. Precision and durability turned it into an asset class as much as a watch. Demand consistently beats supply, so steel sports models trade over retail. Pay by bank wire and take about 3.4% off the listed price — the trade-level math works for you. Browse all Rolex ›

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