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RolexDatejust
Brand: Rolex
Model: Datejust
Reference: 16078
Case: 18K yellow gold
Dial: gold, houndtooth patern, tritium
Hands: Tritium
Year: 1978
Movement: automatic
Diameter: 36 mm
Crystal: saphire
Bracelet: 18K yellow gold jubilée with bark finish
Buckle: folding clasp
Bezel: 18K yellow gold with bark finish
Box: in-house box
Papers: in-house guarantee certificate
Condition: very good original condition, unpolished with minor signs of wear
Price: 16.900,00 €
Additional Informations: The Rolex Datejust 16078 presented here is an exceptional and rarely encountered configuration from 1978. It features the highly unusual and sought after houndstooth dial, a pattern that is seldom seen on Datejust models and clearly sets this piece apart from standard examples.
Equally notable is the original “bark” finish applied to both the case and the matching Jubilee bracelet. This textured gold surface, often referred to as “bark finish,” is preserved here in unpolished condition, retaining its sharp definition and original character. Finding a bark-finished Jubilee bracelet in such state is particularly rare.
The watch belongs to the early generation of sapphire crystal Datejust models, marking an important transitional period in Rolex production. It is offered with an in house certificate as well as a matching in house box.
Equally notable is the original “bark” finish applied to both the case and the matching Jubilee bracelet. This textured gold surface, often referred to as “bark finish,” is preserved here in unpolished condition, retaining its sharp definition and original character. Finding a bark-finished Jubilee bracelet in such state is particularly rare.
The watch belongs to the early generation of sapphire crystal Datejust models, marking an important transitional period in Rolex production. It is offered with an in house certificate as well as a matching in house box.