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Lot Essay
Arriving at the end of World War II, the Rolex Datejust was first released in 1945 to mark the brand's 40th anniversary. Since its release, it has solidified itself as one of Rolex's most iconic designs and grown to be one of the most recognizable and durable timepieces ever made.
What set the Datejust apart from its contemporaries was its technical innovation. It was the first wristwatch with an automatically changing date that advanced instantly at midnight, at a time when most date displays changed gradually between roughly 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. The model has been manufactured in a remarkable number of dial colors, case sizes, bezel styles, metals, and bracelet configurations over the last eight decades, providing exceptional diversity while staying true to its classic design language.
The present timepiece is a particularly captivating version of the model. The warmth of the gold case contrasts with its glossy black dial to create an eye-catching and visually striking design that is both bold and tastefully classic.
What set the Datejust apart from its contemporaries was its technical innovation. It was the first wristwatch with an automatically changing date that advanced instantly at midnight, at a time when most date displays changed gradually between roughly 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. The model has been manufactured in a remarkable number of dial colors, case sizes, bezel styles, metals, and bracelet configurations over the last eight decades, providing exceptional diversity while staying true to its classic design language.
The present timepiece is a particularly captivating version of the model. The warmth of the gold case contrasts with its glossy black dial to create an eye-catching and visually striking design that is both bold and tastefully classic.