ROLEX. A RARE AND ATTRACTIVE 18K GOLD, DIAMOND AND RUBY-SET AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITH SWEEP CENTRE SECONDS, DATE, MOTHER-OF-PEARL DIAL AND BRACELET
ROLEX. A RARE AND ATTRACTIVE 18K GOLD, DIAMOND AND RUBY-SET AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITH SWEEP CENTRE SECONDS, DATE, MOTHER-OF-PEARL DIAL AND BRACELET
ROLEX. A RARE AND ATTRACTIVE 18K GOLD, DIAMOND AND RUBY-SET AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITH SWEEP CENTRE SECONDS, DATE, MOTHER-OF-PEARL DIAL AND BRACELET
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ROLEXDATEJUST REF. 69068
ROLEX. A RARE AND ATTRACTIVE 18K GOLD, DIAMOND AND RUBY-SET AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITH SWEEP CENTRE SECONDS, DATE, MOTHER-OF-PEARL DIAL AND BRACELET

DATEJUST MODEL, REF. 69068, CASE NO. W454756, CIRCA 1995

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ROLEX. A RARE AND ATTRACTIVE 18K GOLD, DIAMOND AND RUBY-SET AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITH SWEEP CENTRE SECONDS, DATE, MOTHER-OF-PEARL DIAL AND BRACELET
DATEJUST MODEL, REF. 69068, CASE NO. W454756, CIRCA 1995
Movement: Automatic
Dial: Mother-of-pearl with ruby-set hour markers
Case: 26 mm. diam.
With: 18k gold Rolex President bracelet and deployant clasp, overall length approximately 155 mm.

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Lot Essay

The present reference 69068 is a superb illustration of the brand's skill in gem-setting. This watch, which stands out for its mother-of-pearl dial with ruby-set hour markers and a stunning bezel set with 32 diamonds and 4 rubies, embodies Rolex's marriage of fine jewelry and technical prowess. The renowned Rolex President bracelet completes an ensemble of classic sophistication and adds to its opulent presence.

Gem-set Rolex watches, which combine the engineering precision of fine watchmaking with the sophistication of haute jewelry, are the epitome of craftsmanship, fusing luxury and functionality. The current reference is notable for its aesthetic appeal as one of the most alluring gem-set variations in the vintage Datejust family, a veritable pinnacle of Rolex's artistic output during the time.

A symbol of luxury and prestige, Rolex gem-set pieces have been created with a variety of different gems, most notably diamonds, rubies, emeralds, and sapphires, and feature a number of different dial-setting designs.

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