Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 16013 Champagne Dial 1988

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Original Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 16013 Champagne Dial from 1988. The Rolex Datejust, first introduced in 1945, is a true icon. This model features a classic Champagne dial, paired with a stainless steel case and 18K yellow gold fluted bezel. The dial displays the inscription: "Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified" and the T Swiss T marking, indicating the use of tritium in the original 18K yellow gold hands and hour markers.

Powered by the Rolex 3035 automatic movement, it includes a quickset date function and is protected by an acrylic crystal.

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A Brief History About the Rolex Datejust

The Rolex Datejust, introduced in 1945, is one of Rolex's most iconic and enduring models. Created to mark the brand's 40th anniversary, it was a groundbreaking innovation in the watchmaking world as it became the first automatic wristwatch to feature a date function that automatically changes at midnight. This revolutionary design set a new standard for wristwatches and remains a key feature of modern timepieces today.

The first model, Reference 4467, was exclusively crafted in 18K yellow gold, and its production continued through the 1950s. Over the years, the Datejust evolved, with new variations introduced in stainless steel, two-tone, and full gold models, and with different bezel styles such as the smooth, fluted, and engine-turned bezels.

The Datejust's signature feature is its Cyclops lens—a magnifying lens over the date window—introduced in 1953, making the date even more legible. Additionally, the Jubilee bracelet, another hallmark of the Datejust, was created in 1945 to celebrate Rolex's anniversary and became an integral part of the model's design.