{"product_id":"rolex-datejust-36mm-ref-16023","title":"Rolex Datejust 36mm - Ref. 16013","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor sale is a vintage 1984 Rolex Datejust 36mm Ref. 16013, crafted in stainless steel and 18k yellow gold and featuring a beautiful champagne Tapestry dial. A classic two-tone Datejust with a particularly attractive dial configuration that gives the watch a distinctive vintage character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Datejust\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Rolex Datejust is one of the most recognisable and enduring watches ever produced, combining timeless styling with robust everyday practicality. The reference 16013 is a quintessential vintage Datejust, pairing stainless steel with 18k yellow gold in proportions that remain just as elegant today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Dial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe standout feature of this example is its champagne Tapestry dial, characterised by its fine vertical textured pattern running across the surface. The intricate finish gives the champagne colour additional depth, creating subtle variations in tone as the light moves across the dial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApplied yellow gold baton hour markers and matching hands complement the warm champagne finish, while the date aperture at 3 o’clock completes the classic Datejust layout. The dial displays some natural age-related spotting and patina, adding to the individual vintage character of the watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Case\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe classic 36mm Oyster case is crafted from stainless steel and paired with an 18k yellow gold fluted bezel and matching yellow gold winding crown. The contrasting metals give the watch the unmistakable two-tone appearance associated with the reference 16013.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Strap\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe watch is fitted to a generic black leather strap with a generic steel-tone buckle. The understated black leather works particularly well with the champagne dial and yellow gold bezel, giving the watch a more traditional vintage dress-watch appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Movement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePowering the watch is the Rolex Calibre 3035 automatic movement, featuring a quickset date function. The Calibre 3035 is highly regarded for its reliability and represents an important generation of Rolex movements used throughout this era of Datejust production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Crystal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProtecting the dial is an acrylic crystal fitted with Rolex’s signature Cyclops magnifier over the date aperture at 3 o’clock, completing the unmistakable vintage Datejust aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded with the watch:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOriginal Box: No\u003cbr\u003eOriginal Papers: No\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eModel: 16013\u003cbr\u003eYear: 1984\u003cbr\u003eCase Material: Steel \u0026amp; 18k Yellow Gold\u003cbr\u003eCase Diameter: 36mm\u003cbr\u003eBracelet: Generic Black Leather Strap \u003cbr\u003eDial: Champagne Tapestry Baton\u003cbr\u003eCrystal: Acrylic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brothers \u0026 Bezels","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54588329427281,"sku":null,"price":3995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/6157\/2945\/files\/9379BEC6-343B-4E39-A424-902CD8063915.jpg?v=1786899947","url":"https:\/\/brothersandbezels.co.uk\/products\/rolex-datejust-36mm-ref-16023","provider":"Brothers \u0026 Bezels","version":"1.0","type":"link"}