111st Auction
2024/11/16
Lot 365
RolexDatejust
An attractive vintage bi-color wristwatch with date and rare "Buckley" dial
Sold
estimated
3.300—4.500 €
Price realized
4.900 €
specific features
Case
Steel/gold, screw back with marking 16000, screwed "Twinlock" winding crown, reeded gold bezel, steel/gold "Jubilee" bracelet ref. 62523H.18, endlinks stamped 455, Oysterclasp folding clasp H8 (8/1983), total length 190 mm.
Dial
Rare and perfect "Buckley" dial, white, black Roman numerals, luminous dots (tritium), black hands with luminous material (tritium).
Movement
Automatic.
Case no.8080755
Ref.16013
Cal.3035
Diam.36 mm
Circa1983
Ctry.Switzerland
The Buckley dial is one of the rarer variations of the Datejust series and stands out because of its black Roman numerals and hands instead of the usual gold. The strong contrast between the black markers and hands on the white dial guarantees perfect readability and exudes classic elegance.
Despite some signs of ageing, the watch is in exceptionally good condition. The luminous dots are all preserved except for the "10" and slightly darkened, otherwise the rare Buckley dial is simply perfect. The "Jubilee" steel/gold bracelet is long and shows a few signs of wear, but is in very good condition.