Rolex DateJust 16233 36mm (1991)

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Brand	Rolex
Model	16233
Range	Rolex OP DateJust
Production Year	1991
Condition	8
Box	Service Pouch
Papers	Service Papers
Gender	Men
Movement	Automatic
Case size	36MM
Case material	Oystersteel
Bezel Material	18ct Yellow Gold, Fluted
Bracelet material	18ct Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel
Dial type	Champagne
Water resistance	Not suitable for underwater submergence

The Rolex Datejust ref. 16233 with champagne linen dial is a refined and highly characterful variation of one of Rolex’s most iconic references. Produced during the early 1990s, this 1991 example combines the timeless two-tone Datejust configuration with a textured linen dial that gives the watch a distinctly vintage and more sophisticated personality compared to standard sunburst dials.

The 36mm Oyster case is paired with an 18ct yellow gold fluted bezel and the signature two-tone Jubilee bracelet, creating the quintessential Rolex dress-sport aesthetic. What makes this reference especially appealing is the champagne linen dial—a textured finish designed to resemble woven fabric, adding depth and subtle visual complexity that changes under different lighting conditions.

Powered by the Rolex Calibre 3135 automatic movement, the 16233 offers excellent reliability, quickset date functionality, and long-term durability. The sapphire crystal modernises the watch compared to earlier acrylic Datejusts while preserving the elegant proportions of vintage Rolex references.

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