The Rolex Datejust Ref. 16018 is a study in understated luxury—an 18k yellow gold Datejust that takes one of Rolex’s most versatile models and elevates it to something far more exclusive. Produced in the late 1970s and 1980s, it carries the elegant proportions of the vintage Datejust, with a 36 mm case, fluted bezel, and the timeless Cyclops date window at 3 o’clock. What sets it apart, however, is the linen dial—a textured finish that plays with light in subtle, intricate ways, offering far more depth than the standard sunburst or matte dials of the era. Inside ticks the reliable Calibre 3035, a movement that introduced the quickset date to the Datejust line, making it not only beautiful but practical for daily wear. We curate the 16018 because it represents a rare combination: the everyday versatility of a Datejust, the refinement of full gold, and the quiet charm of the linen dial—a detail collectors know and appreciate deeply.

Model – Datejust
Reference – 16018
Year – 1984 (estimate)
Size – 36mm
Dial – Linen
Case Material – Gold
Bracelet Material – Leather
Movement – Automatic
Power Reserve – 48hrs
Water resistance – 100m
Condition – 8/10
Accs – Watch only
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