1978 Rolex Datejust Blue Diamond Dial Watch
Item Details
A 1978 Rolex Datejust Blue Diamond dial wristwatch. The Datejust is known as the world’s most recognizable watch and this Datejust takes its timeless style a step further with the elegance of a 14K yellow gold bezel that is finished with 1.16 ctw of round brilliant cut diamonds. This sparkling bezel frames an elegant factory dial in blue with bright single cut diamond hour markers, baton-style hands, and a cyclops-covered date window. The classic style continues with an 18K yellow gold case equipped with a 2030 automatic movement and the timepiece is displayed on an 18K yellow gold President bracelet with hidden clasp closure.
Condition Details
- running at time of evaluation without detailed testing, future state not guaranteed.
- aftermarket 14K yellow gold diamond bezel.
- Factory blue dial with diamond hour markers.
- magnified date window.
- 18K President bracelet.
- hidden fold-over clasp.
- aftermarket bezel is marked ‘BB 14KT 38/1.16 CTW’.
- band is extremely worn.
- Coronet hologram hallmark in crystal above the 6 mark.
| Brand: | Rolex |
| Style: | Vintage |
| Type: | Wristwatch |
| Model Name: | Datejust |
| Model Number: | 6917 |
| Serial Number: | 5,6XX,XXX |
| Case to Case (mm): | 26.00 |
| Bezel Material: | 14K Yellow Gold |
| Case Material: | 18K Yellow Gold |
| Caseback Material: | 18K Yellow Gold |
| Total Weight (grams): | 65.5 |
| Movement: | 2030 Automatic, 28 Jewels |
| Estimated Production Year: | 1978 |
| Markings to Inside: | Montres Rolex S.A. Geneva Switzerland, 6900, 18K 750, #12 Key of Geneva & Helvetia Head Hallmarks |
| Functions: | Date |
| Watch Details: | Diamond Hour Markers |
| Bracelet/Fob Material: | 18K Yellow Gold |
| Bracelet/Fob Style: | President |
| Clasp Style: | Fold Over |
| Total Length: | 6.25" |
| Primary Stone(s) Location: | Bezel |
| Primary Stone(s) Type: | Diamond |
| Primary Stone(s) Shape: | Round Brilliant Cut |
| Primary Stone(s) Dimensions: | 1.90 mm – 2.00 mm |
| Total Primary Stone(s) Carat Weight: | 1.16 ctw |
| Primary Stone(s) Color Grade: | F – G |
| Primary Stone(s) Clarity Grade: | VS1 – VS2 |
| Secondary Stone(s) Location: | Dial |
| Secondary Stone(s) Type: | Diamond |
| Secondary Stone(s) Shape: | Single Cut |
| Secondary Stone(s) Dimensions: | 1.50 mm |
| Total Secondary Stone(s) Carat Weight: | 0.15 ctw |
| Secondary Stone(s) Color Grade: | E – F |
| Secondary Stone(s) Clarity Grade: | IF – VVS1 |
- Timekeeping accuracy not guaranteed.
- This item has been evaluated and verified by an independent Certified Master Electronic Watchmaker and a Graduate Gemologist.
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Item #
ITMGC69888
