Description
Excellent Vintage Rolex Watches Luxury Classic 1987 Rolex Datejust 36mm (Ref. 16013) in two-tone 18K yellow gold & stainless steel with factory white Roman dial, 18K fluted bezel, Jubilee bracelet with 4 screws. Watch only (no box/papers), retail ready, $4,250 shipped. A beautiful example of vintage Rolex watches—timeless elegance and heritage. Shop authentic pre-owned Rolex now.
Necessary Attributes
- Brand: Rolex
- Model: Datejust 36
- Reference: 16013
- Category: Luxury Dress Watch / Vintage Mid-Size Datejust (two-tone Roman dial)
- Case Size: 36mm (diameter) x ~12mm (thickness), lug-to-lug ~43mm
- Material: Oystersteel (904L stainless steel case) + 18K yellow gold fluted bezel, crown, and Jubilee outer links
- Dial: Factory white with applied Roman numeral markers, gold hands, date at 3 o’clock with Cyclops lens
- Bezel: Fluted 18K yellow gold (4 screws)
- Movement: Rolex Calibre 3035 (automatic, self-winding; COSC-certified chronometer)
- Power Reserve: Approximately 48 hours
- Water Resistance: 100 meters / 330 feet
- Crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphire with Cyclops lens
- Bracelet: Two-tone Jubilee five-piece links (Oystersteel center + 18K yellow gold outer) with concealed Oysterclasp
- Condition: Excellent vintage (retail ready, minimal wear consistent with age)
- Features: Date function (quickset), screw-down crown
- Price: $4,250 shipped
- Year: 1987
- Authenticity & Included: 100% genuine Rolex (watch only; no box/papers)
- Other Details: Factory white Roman dial; 18K yellow gold fluted bezel with 4 screws; two-tone Jubilee bracelet; strong vintage collector appeal
The Rolex Datejust 36 ref. 16013 (1987) in two-tone 18K yellow gold & stainless steel with factory white Roman dial is a quintessential vintage Rolex watch that offers refined elegance and timeless versatility. The 36mm Oystersteel case is crowned with solid 18K yellow gold on the signature fluted bezel (4 screws), providing warm brilliance and classic Rolex styling, while the Jubilee bracelet combines stainless steel center links with yellow gold outer links for supreme comfort and dressy appeal.
The factory white Roman dial features applied Roman numeral markers and gold hands for outstanding legibility and vintage charm, with the magnified date at 3 o’clock via Cyclops lens adding practical refinement. Powered by the reliable Calibre 3035 (COSC-certified chronometer, quickset date), it delivers consistent accuracy and everyday dependability.
This excellent vintage 1987 example is watch only (no box/papers) but retail ready at $4,250 shipped (competitive with secondary market $4,000–$5,500 for similar mint two-tone 36mm Datejusts with Roman dial). Among vintage Rolex watches, the 16013 stands out for its perfectly proportioned size, luxurious yellow gold bezel, and classic white Roman dial—contrasting bolder sports models with pure dress refinement.
Occasions suit this Datejust for everyday wear (office, casual, jeans/blazer), formal events (dinners, weddings—Roman dial pairs beautifully with suits), or collecting—the two-tone design elevates any look. Less ideal for extreme sports (opt for Submariner) but excels in sophisticated, versatile lifestyles.
Deep insights: The Datejust 36 (ongoing since 1945) is Rolex’s most recognized model; two-tone yellow gold variants like the 16013 with Roman dials are highly collectible for their classic warmth and rarity. 1987 examples hold strong resale due to vintage appeal—excellent entry into vintage Rolex watches with low depreciation risk.
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