Rolex Datejust 16013

Rolex Datejust 16013 Two-Tone Blue Faded Dial Box and Papers

Released to celebrate Rolex's 40th anniversary in 1945, the Rolex Datejust has become one of the Genevan Giant's most iconic watches. The world's first wristwatch to display the date via an aperture on the dial, the Datejust revolutionized wristwatch design for decades to follow. With its emblematic Cyclops lens, jubilee bracelet (designed specifically for the model in 1945), and classy fluted precious metal bezel, the Datejust's aesthetic has always been that of pure elegance and class. Perhaps one of Rolex's most recognizable designs, the Datejust has evolved from its dressier roots into a perfectly capable timepiece rivaling the robustness of most brand's sports watches. Featuring a stainless steel case with a screw-down crown and caseback, the Datejust packs an impressive 100m of water resistance alongside its consistently capable movements and construction that have enabled it to become one of the best-equipped watches for daily wear and tear. Available with several different dial options, in a multitude of materials, and across many styles, the Datejust is an inescapable reflection of its owner, with a model out there to suit pretty much everybody's tastes and preferences. Brand : Rolex Dimensions : 36mm Model : Datejust Movement : Automatic cal. 3035 Reference : 16013 Bracelet : Stainless steel and 18kt yellow gold Jubilee bracelet Year : 1984 Condition : Excellent Material : Stainless steel and 18kt yellow gold Included : Watch, box, Papers, 1985-dated appraisal Dial Color : Faded from blue to gray THE DIAL While it was once blue, this example's dial has aged to a point where its majority has turned a gray color, with its golden inscriptions being almost invisible upon their new backdrop. THE CONSTRUCTION With its unusual patination, this example's unique blue and gray dial ties in wonderfully with the classic look of its fluted 18k yellow gold bezel and glistening two-tone Jubilee bracelet through its stark contrast. TIMING MACHINE READOUT This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.