Rolex DateJust 36mm Ref. 16233

Watch Description:

This is a Rolex Datejust 36 for anyone who wants the classic, and it comes with everything. Reference 16233 is the two-tone Datejust that defined the late 1990s: an Oystersteel case paired with an 18ct yellow gold fluted bezel, gold winding crown and a Jubilee bracelet with solid gold centre links. Rolex calls this combination Rolesor now. It's dressy enough for a wedding, tough enough for every day, and instantly recognisable across a room.

The champagne dial is the star of the show. Applied gold baton hour markers and slim gold baton hands sit against a warm sunburst finish that shifts with the light, from soft gold to pale silver. Around the edge, a Roman numeral minute track adds a lovely vintage touch you won't find on later Datejusts. At 3 o'clock, the famous Cyclops lens magnifies the date window, all under a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal.

Inside is the Rolex calibre 3135, one of the most respected automatic movements ever made. It's a COSC-certified chronometer with a quickset date and hacking seconds. It is the workhorse Rolex relied on for over two decades, and it's renowned for its accuracy and longevity. The Oyster case is water resistant to 100 metres

The five-piece-link Jubilee bracelet is supple and comfortable on the wrist, and it closes with Rolex's foldover clasp.

What really sets this watch apart is the scope. It comes with its original Rolex green leather presentation box and fitted outer box, the original Rolex Guarantee dated June 1999 and stamped by the official Rolex retailer, the red-seal Chronometer Certificate confirming reference 16233, and the original Datejust and "Your Rolex Oyster" booklets. It also comes with timing and waterproof test results. Sets of this age are increasingly hard to find, and they are a big part of what gives a watch its long-term collectability and value.

Like every watch we sell, this pre-owned Rolex Datejust 36mm has been inspected by our team here in Dublin and it's ready to wear from the day it arrives. If you'd like more photos or a video, or simply want to chat about whether it's the right Rolex for you, just get in touch. We're always happy to talk watches. The watch has also been professionally serviced in November 2026, ensuring it’s running flawlessly and ready for decades of enjoyment.

For a closer look at this remarkable piece, high-resolution images are available via the link below. Make your first Rolex count. The Datejust 16233 isn't just a watch—it's a legacy in motion.

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