Case: Oyster case in stainless steel and 18k yellow gold, 36 mm diameter
Movement: automatic Rolex caliber 3035
Dial: original champagne “Buckley” dial with black enamel Roman numerals
Date function: quick-set date mechanism
Crystal: plexiglass with Cyclops magnifier
Bracelet: Rolex Jubilee bracelet in stainless steel and 18k yellow gold
Reference: 16013
Year of production: 1980
Condition: excellent, very well-preserved example
Key Features
Rare and highly sought-after Buckley dial configuration
Distinctive black enamel Roman numerals, a hallmark of Buckley dials
Rolex caliber 3035 with quick-set date function
Classic steel and yellow gold Datejust configuration with Jubilee bracelet
One of the most collectible dial variations among vintage Datejust enthusiasts
Historical Context
The Rolex Datejust ref. 16013 is one of the defining Rolex references of the 1980s. Equipped with the celebrated caliber 3035, it introduced the practical quick-set date feature, an important technical advancement for the Datejust line. Among the many dial variations produced during this period, the so-called Buckley Dial has become one of the most desirable, thanks to its distinctive painted Roman numerals that create a unique and unmistakable appearance. This 1980 example, featuring a champagne Buckley dial and its classic Jubilee bracelet, represents one of the most attractive and collectible configurations of the reference.
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