Rolex
1993 Rolex Two-Tone Datejust (Ref. 16233) Champagne "Tiffany & Co." Tapestry Dial
The Rolex Datejust is one of the most iconic and most beloved Rolex watches ever made, even though the Datejust was launched in 1945 it has remained a timeless classic and is instantly recognizable as an item of refined quality and functional design. The Datejust can be worn just as easily with a suit as it can be with jeans and a tee shirt.
The Rolex Datejust ref. 16233 is a transitional reference as it features a tritium dial but features numerous upgrades such as a sapphire crystal and the Rolex Cal. 3135 movement which features a quick-set date function
“Tiffany & Co.” signed Rolex watches are the elusive and forever desirable variants of our favorite models offered by the horological house. Beginning in the late 1950s, Tiffany & Co. began printing their name on the dials of watches from various Swiss brands that were sold through their retail locations. Though they worked with a variety of brands in this era, the “Tiffany & Co.” co-branded Rolex are by far the most talked about, well-known, and collected amongst the lot, and for good reason. The relationship between Tiffany and Rolex carried on until the 1990s when Tiffany & Co. entered into an exclusive partnership with Patek Philippe. Interestingly, the Tiffany & Co. logos were printed by hand at the Tiffany Location in New York City, not by Rolex.
SPECS
Stock # | RLXDJ16233TIF | |
Brand | Rolex | |
Style | Datejust | |
Model | 16233 | |
Serial | S4XXXXX | |
Size | Men's | |
Material | Stainless Steel / 18K Yellow Gold | |
Dial | Champagne "Tiffany & Co." Tapestry | |
Millimeters | 36 | |
Bracelet | Rolex Two-Tone 62523H-18 Jubilee Bracelet W/ 455B End Pieces |
CASE & BRACELET
The excellent case retains crisp, full, and symmetrical lugs that show minimal evidence of previous polishing and light signs of honest use. The original 18K yellow gold fluted bezel features crisp angles and finishing throughout with only minor signs of previous use present. The original Rolex two-tone 62523H-18 Jubilee bracelet with 455B end pieces retains 20 links that show minor stretch and will fit up to a 7 1/2-inch wrist.
DIAL & HANDS
The original champagne "Tiffany & Co." co-branded "tapestry" dial is in exceptionally well-preserved condition, showing no damage or age. The tritium lume plots remain mostly bright white but with some dark speckling, under UV light inspection all of the plots remain intact though some show minor degradation. The original tritium hands perfectly match the dial with no degradation under UV light inspection.
ACCESSORIES
None. The watch is running, previous service history is unknown. A movement service can be purchased upon request.