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As an ode to the passion and charm, Oyster Perpetual 31mm Lady Datejust that was published in BaselWorld 2012 highlights the noble co-ordination of colors and materials. The new distinguished Oyster Perpetual Lady Datejust watch shows the charm of women from a new angle.

The bezel of the 18ct gold watch is embeded with 48 diamonds, the champagne dial is decorated with 8 diamonds, 18ct gold hour markers at 6 and 9 o’clock, each is embeded with 16 rubies. 31mm Lady Datejust not only has novel temperament and the style of advanced jewelry, but also integrates a number of superb technologies that can be found in whole Oyster series.

The large “VI” marker on the dial is embeded with 11 rubies, which implicitly reflects the rarity of this watch, adding more charm to this daily-wear gem. As a member of Datejust, this watch adopts Rolex’s distinctive aesthetic element – fluted bezel. Since its birth in 1945, Datejust has been Rolex’s iconic model for its distinctive style and excellent performance.

Rolex’s Gold

The Oyster bracelet and case of the two watches are made of 18ct gold, which is casted by Rolex’s own factory.

Oyster Case – A Symbol of Perfect Waterproof Performance

The case diameter of the two watches is 31mm and 26mm, 100m waterproof, is the model of perfect proportion and elegant style. The middle case is casted by a whole piece of 18ct gold. The case back is tightly screwed by Rolex watch master’s special tool.

The crown adopts Rolex-patented Twinlock waterproof system and is tightly screwed into the case. The glass is scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, the magnifying date window at 3 o’clock is convenient to read date. The completely-sealed Oyster case gives a perfect protection to the accurate movement.

2235 Movement – Advanced Accurate Timer

31mm Lady Datejust and ladies Datejust watch all use Cal.2235 movement, which is developed by Rolex itself. Like other perpetual movements, Cal.2235 also gets C.O.S.C. certification. The construction of this movement is the same with the other Oyster movements, they are all accurate and reliable.

Specifications

Oyster Perpetual 31mm Lady Datejust:

Model(Case – Bracelet): 178288 – 73168

Oyster Perpetual Ladies Datejust:

Model(Case – Bracelet): 179178 – 83138

Case

New Oyster case, screw-in case back and crown.

Diameter

31mm Lady Datejust: 31mm

Ladies Datejust: 26mm

Material: 18ct Gold

Bezel

31mm Lady Datejust: Embeded with 48 diamonds

Ladies Datejust: Fluted bezel

Crystal

Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal glass, 2.5x date window

Water Resistant

100 meters

Movement

Rolex 2235, self-winding perpetual rotor, C.O.S.C., central hour, minute and second hands, hack mechanism, 28,800bph, Breguet hairspring, balance bridge and 4 golden regulators, 31 jewels, 48-hour power reserve.

Dial

Champagne

Hour Marker

31mm Lady Datejust: 18ct gold markers that are embed with 8 diamonds, 18ct large hour markers at 6 and 9 o’clock, each is embeded with 16 rubies.

Ladies Datejust: 18ct Rome numbers, 18ct large “VI” marker with 11 rubies.

18ct golden hands

Bracelet

31mm Lady Datejust: Oyster

Ladies Datejust: Presidential

18ct gold, crown buckle

The new Oyster Perpetual Datejust that was unveiled in BaselWorld 2012 is an elegant ladies watch, which strongly reflects Rolex’s creativity and extraordinary watch technology, re-interpreting the legendary spirit of Datejust series, not only creates a freestyle aesthetic charm by Everose gold and diamonds, but also shows Rolex’s quality standards – accurate, solid and reliable.

Radiant Dial and Bezel

This Datejust watch is full of femininity, the pink gold dial is decorated with black patterns and set with 262 diamonds, resulting in dramatic contrast, addming a modern flavor to female style. Ten hour markers are also embeded with pink diamonds. There are 60 square sapphires on the bezel, each one represents one second. The side is also set with 120 diamonds, very wonderful workmanship.

Rolex Everose Gold

The Oyster bracelet and case all adopt 18ct Everose gold, which is entirely casted by Rolex and processed by factory. This pink gold alloy is developed by Rolex, added with platinum, making it emit a delicate warm color. In addition, molding, machining and polishing processes are delicately done, which makes 18ct Everose gold exude its unique shine.

Oyster Case – Perfect Waterproof Symbol

The 36mm Oyster case is waterproof to 100 metres, it is a model of perfect proportion and elegant style. The middle case is made of one whole piece of 18ct solid gold. The case back is tightly screwed by Rolex watch master’s special tool. Twinlock crown is tightly screwed into the case. At 3 o’clock on the scratch-resistant sapphire crystal glass, there is a magnifier, which is convenient to read the date.

The new Datejust watch uses Rolex 3135 automatic movement. Like other perpetual movements, Rolex 3135 gets C.O.S.C. certification.

Specifications

Model: 116285 BBR – 73605

Case: New Oyster case, screw-in case back and crown, 36mm in diameter, made of 18ct Everose gold, 60 sapphires on bezel, the side has 120 diamonds decorated, screw-in Twinlock crown.

Crystal: Sapphire, 2.5X date magnifier at 3 o’clock.

Waterproof: 100m

Movement: Rolex 3135, perpetual rotor, C.O.S.C., central hour, minute and second hands, date window at 3 o’clock, hack mechanism, 28,800bph, blue PARACHROM hairspring, 31 jewels, 48-hour power reserve.

Dial: 18ct pink gold, 262 diamonds, black color, 18ct hands and hour markers that are embeded with 10 diamonds.

Bracelet: Oyster type, made of 18ct Everose gold, crown buckle.

The Eternal Light

Fresh, delicate, elegant – accurately describe the feminine design of Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Lady 31 mm. The watch features precious diamonds, 18ct gold and 904L stainless steel, like a passion and emotional poems in praise of the most beautiful day.

A Variety of Styles

The brand-new Lady 31mm has gold, white gold and Everose gold versions. The flower dial is also available, through electroforming technology, precisely print the flower patterns on the gray, chamgagne or pink gold dial. These delicate flower patterns enrich the beauty of the dial.

Fluted or Diamond Bezel

Oyster Perpetual Datejust Lady 31mm has two bezel styles to choose: fluted bezel or the one with 24 or 46 diamonds, the design completely reveals the unknown playful side.

Diamond Hour Marker at 6 o’clock

The Rome number at 6 o’clock is embeded with diamonds, adding a lot of seductive charm to the watch, and making people forget the time is running every minute. Not only Lady 31mm has beautiful appearance, but also with amazing intrinsic. It is equipped with self-winding perpetual rotor, making ladies feel every minte, every second in wonderful life.

Specifications:

Model(Case/Bracelet): 178383 / 72163

Case

Diameter: 31mm
Material: Gold and steel
Bezel: Embeded with 46 pieces of diamonds
Crown: Twinlock
Crystal: Sapphire, anti-reflective
Waterproof: 100 meters

Movement

Calibre: 2235
Self-winding: Perpetual rotor
Date
Frequency: 4 Hz(28,800bph)
Blue Parachrom hairspring
C.O.S.C.
Power Reserve: 48 hours

Dial: Silver, Rome numbers, the marker at 6 is decorated with diamonds

Bracelet

Material: Gold and steel
Type: Oyster
Clasp: Oyster bracelet with adjustable links

Estimated Price: 10000 – 15000 HKD

Hammer Price: 20000 HKD

Description: Datejust, made in 1971, stainless steel, 36mm in diameter. Stainless steel case, bezel and bracelet, classic Oyster, date. Equipped with 1570 movement, 26 jewels, adjusted in five positions, the case, dial and movement are all signed, all in good condition.

Usually, the stainless steel Rolex watch equipped with 1570 movement is sold about 10000 HKD, the price is very stable. However, the price of this watch reached 20,000 HKD, it’s quite high. The price of Rolex watches in market is transparent, the profit is not much. This gray-dialed Rolex is not uncommon, and the luminous points on the dial have been somewhat worn away, the steel bracelet is not very long. The original bracelet has 22 links, but this watch only has 19. It once again illustrates that sometimes the auction will be a miracle.

In more than 60 year, Rolex has never stopped the pace of pursuing excellence. Today, we specially selected two gold Rolex Datejust watches for the Valentine’s Day – men’s Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust II and ladies Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 26mm.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust steel series was born in 1948, it was well received by and had high recognition, in Rolex “Oyster” family, Datejust had hundreds of precious materials and diamond styles ranges, withstood the years of change and kept alive the charismatic. In the heart of wearers, Rolex Datejust has already turned into a precious work of art. In the coming sweet holiday, choose a timeless classic Rolex watch for him or her and let the passion forever.

Dreamy and Dramatic Ladies Datejust

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 26mm inherited classic design and cleverly innovated, studed flashing magnificent diamonds, its charm could stand the test of time, built the legendary style at a very bright moment.

The watch featured Rolex’s unique Gold Crystals dial, delicate interpretation of women’s feminity was the focus of the watch. The material of the dial released the natural crystal charm in the gold in an unique way. When light shooting at the dial, this noble material would work its magic, emitting fantasitc bright light, brilliant and dazzling, showing the magnificent temperament of the watch. Rolex selected top luxury diamonds to decorate, 10 brilliant diamonds on the dial, reflecting each other with the 46 diamonds on the bezel, showing noble and elegant temperament.

This watch was equipped with bi-directional winding mechanism and waterproof system, wearing this beautiful and high-performance watch to enjoy the bright present and embrace the eternal light.

Reference: 179383

Price: RMB 130,000

Movement: 2235, automatic, perpetual rotor, 48 hours power reserve, date, 4 HZ(28,800VPH), Breguet hair spring, balance bridge with 2 regulator, COSC.

Material: 18 ct yellow gold and steel

Diameter: 26mm

Bezel: 46 diamonds

Dial: Gold Crystals

Waterproof Depth: 100M

Crown: Twinlock

The Continuation of Glory

The birth of Datejust II added new style to the legendary Datejust. Specially designed for those people who were dare to mix remarkable innoation and enduring classic, demonstrating unparalleled wrist new style.

41mm big dial highlighted the majestic momentum, the dark gray dial design reflected the steady temperament, matching with fluted bezel, rome hour markers with Rolex iconic green edge, demonstrated modern and unique personality.

The extraordinary Oyster Perpetual Datejust II watch was water resistant to 100 meters, the self-winding movement with perpetual rotor was also COSC certified, it was equipped with Parachrom hairspring, which had high shock and magnetic resistance.

Reference: 116333

Price: 89,200

Movement: 3136, self-winding, perpetual rotor, 48-hour power reserve, date, 4 Hz(28,800VPH), Parachrom hairspring, Paraflex shock absorber, COSC.

Material: 18ct yellow gold and steel

Diameter: 41mm

Bezel: Fluted

Dial: Dark gray

Waterproof Depth: 100m

Crown: Twinlock