Woven with a shimmering champagne “linen” finish that Rolex quietly retired years ago, this is the kind of dial collectors chase and rarely find in a mint, complete set. Catching the light like fine fabric, its subtle tapestry texture turns an everyday classic into something quietly extraordinary. For the collector who already owns the usual suspects, a neo-vintage Lady-Datejust wearing an original linen dial is a delightfully uncommon find.
Presents itself in mint condition with little to no signs of wear. Set on a champagne linen dial, applied gold baton markers and a Cyclops-magnified date window stand out against its distinctive woven texture. Paired with an 18k yellow gold fluted bezel, the warmth of the gold plays beautifully against the stainless steel case. Wrapped in a two-tone Jubilee bracelet with yellow gold center links and stainless steel outer links, it delivers the jewelry-like character for which the Lady-Datejust is known.
Functions include hours, minutes, seconds, and a quickset date. The screw-down crown on the right side of the case is used to quickset the date and set the time. Powered by Rolex’s automatic Calibre 2135, the movement provides approximately 42 hours of power reserve.
Comes as a complete set, double-boxed with its outer card box, inner presentation box, Official Rolex Chronometer Certificate, and period Rolex booklets.
Original linen-dial Lady-Datejusts with their period set contents offer a distinctive alternative to more familiar configurations. The champagne texture, two-tone construction, and classic 26mm proportions give this example a character that rewards a closer look. For the collector drawn to uncommon details within an iconic Rolex design, this is a compelling piece to consider.