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734+
Records
$179,200
Highest Sale (page)
$46,459
Avg Price (page)
$2,000 - $150,000+
Typical Range

Rolex Datejust Auction Results

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ROLEX DATEJUST REF 179383 A LADY'S STAINLESS STEEL, GOLD AND DIAMOND-SET BRACELET WATCH CIRCA 2010
$8,500
LEONARD JOEL, Melbourne, Australia · Mar 2026

ROLEX DATEJUST REF 179383 A LADY'S STAINLESS STEEL, GOLD AND DIAMOND-SET BRACELET WATCH CIRCA 2010

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ROLEX DATEJUST REF 6517 A LADY'S STAINLESS STEEL AND GOLD WRIST WATCH CIRCA 1967
$2,200
LEONARD JOEL, Melbourne, Australia · Mar 2026

ROLEX DATEJUST REF 6517 A LADY'S STAINLESS STEEL AND GOLD WRIST WATCH CIRCA 1967

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ROLEX DATEJUST 31 REF 178273 A MID-SIZE STAINLESS STEEL AND GOLD BRACELET WATCH WITH DATE SOLD 2018
$15,000
LEONARD JOEL, Melbourne, Australia · Mar 2026

ROLEX DATEJUST 31 REF 178273 A MID-SIZE STAINLESS STEEL AND GOLD BRACELET WATCH WITH DATE SOLD 2018

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ROLEX DATEJUST 31 REF 178240 A MID-SIZE BRACELET WATCH WITH DATE CIRCA 2013
$4,800
LEONARD JOEL, Melbourne, Australia · Mar 2026

ROLEX DATEJUST 31 REF 178240 A MID-SIZE BRACELET WATCH WITH DATE CIRCA 2013

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ROLEX DATEJUST REF 69173 A LADY'S STAINLESS STEEL AND GOLD BRACELET WATCH WITH DATE CIRCA 1995
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ROLEX DATEJUST REF 69173 A LADY'S STAINLESS STEEL AND GOLD BRACELET WATCH WITH DATE CIRCA 1995

ROLEX DATEJUST 31 REF 278271 A MID-SIZE STAINLESS STEEL ROSE GOLD AND DIAMOND-SET BRACELET WATCH WITH DATE SOLD 2020
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ROLEX DATEJUST 31 REF 278271 A MID-SIZE STAINLESS STEEL ROSE GOLD AND DIAMOND-SET BRACELET WATCH WITH DATE SOLD 2020

ROLEX | DATEJUST, REF.68273, A STAINLESS STEEL AND YELLOW GOLD BRACELET WATCH WITH DATE AND DIAMOND-SET INDEXES, CIRCA 1991
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ROLEX | DATEJUST, REF.68273, A STAINLESS STEEL AND YELLOW GOLD BRACELET WATCH WITH DATE AND DIAMOND-SET INDEXES, CIRCA 1991

ROLEX | DATEJUST, REF.116234, A STAINLESS STEEL BRACELET WATCH WITH WHITE GOLD BEZEL AND DATE, CIRCA 2018
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ROLEX | DATEJUST, REF.116234, A STAINLESS STEEL BRACELET WATCH WITH WHITE GOLD BEZEL AND DATE, CIRCA 2018

ROLEX | DATEJUST, REF.16238, A YELLOW GOLD BRACELET WATCH WITH ONYX DIAL, DIAMOND-SET INDEXES AND DATE, CIRCA 1990
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ROLEX | DATEJUST, REF.16238, A YELLOW GOLD BRACELET WATCH WITH ONYX DIAL, DIAMOND-SET INDEXES AND DATE, CIRCA 1990

ROLEX | DATEJUST, REF.126334, A STAINLESS STEEL AND WHITE GOLD BRACELET WATCH WITH DATE, CIRCA 2022
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ROLEX | DATEJUST, REF.126334, A STAINLESS STEEL AND WHITE GOLD BRACELET WATCH WITH DATE, CIRCA 2022

ROLEX | DATEJUST 41 - WIMBLEDON, REF.126334, A STAINLESS STEEL AND WHITE GOLD BRACELET WATCH WITH DATE AND WIMBLEDON-COLOUR DIAL, CIRCA 2018
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ROLEX | DATEJUST 41 - WIMBLEDON, REF.126334, A STAINLESS STEEL AND WHITE GOLD BRACELET WATCH WITH DATE AND WIMBLEDON-COLOUR DIAL, CIRCA 2018

ROLEX | DATEJUST, REF.69174, A STAINLESS STEEL AND WHITE GOLD BRACELET WATCH WITH DIAMOND-SET INDEXES AND DATE, CIRCA 1997
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ROLEX | DATEJUST, REF.69174, A STAINLESS STEEL AND WHITE GOLD BRACELET WATCH WITH DIAMOND-SET INDEXES AND DATE, CIRCA 1997

Rolex Datejust Values Explained

The Datejust, introduced in 1945, is the original Rolex date watch and the bestselling Rolex reference in history. Most Datejusts are the most affordable entry point into genuine Rolex ownership at auction, typically $2,000-$15,000 for common references in good condition. Unusual dials — tropical, "stella" colored enamel, diamond-set — push values considerably higher. Vintage Rolesor (two-tone) and early references with original jubilee bracelets are most collected.

Notable Reference Numbers

6305 (Early) 6605 1600 1601 1603 16013 (Two-tone) 16233 116200 (36mm) 126200 (36mm, current) 126334 (41mm, current)
Auction Record
$151,200 (Ref 1601, Stella coral dial, Phillips 2022)

Rolex Datejust — Frequently Asked Questions

For Datejusts, the dial is everything. Standard black or white dials are common; "Stella" dials (brightly colored enamel in coral, turquoise, green, or other vivid hues) are rare and fetch $30,000-$150,000+. Tropical dials (natural patina to brown) add significant premiums. Beyond the dial, two-tone (Rolesor) gold/steel with original jubilee bracelet in good condition is more collectible than all-steel. Original fluted bezel in yellow gold commands the highest premiums.

Common steel Datejusts (ref 116200, 126200) typically sell at auction for $2,500-$5,000 in good condition — often below secondary dealer retail. This makes auction a reasonable source for buyers. For vintage examples (pre-1980), auction is often the primary market. Always verify authenticity, bracelet stretch, and that the reference and serial match any papers provided.

Stella dials are vibrantly colored lacquer dials made in the 1970s and early 1980s — turquoise, coral, champagne, cognac, green, and other colors. They were produced in limited quantities and most were destroyed. Surviving examples in good condition are among the most sought-after Datejust variants. A coral or turquoise Stella dial Datejust ref 1601 will sell for $50,000-$150,000+ depending on condition.

The Datejust 36 (ref 126200) is the original size, 36mm — the classic Rolex proportion. The Datejust 41 (ref 126334) was introduced to meet demand for larger contemporary watches. At auction, 36mm vintage references hold stronger collector premiums; the 41mm is preferred by buyers wanting a more contemporary wearable watch. Values for modern references are similar on the secondary market.
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