1989 Rolex Datejust 26 Matte Blue Roman Dial (Ref. 69178) Hands: Original hands with intact

Hands: Original hands with intact lume and no visible oxidation

Founded in 1848

The case is still in very good condition with very minimal wear and no tarnish on the caseback

especially paired with the thin automatic movement and curved lugs

The case has normal wear throughout

1989 Rolex Datejust 26 Matte Blue Roman Dial (Ref. 69178) Hands: Original hands with intactWorth A Read History & Significance The Rolex Datejust 69178 represents the classic ladies Datejust in solid yellow gold, paired with the fluted bezel and President bracelet that defined Rolexs luxury identity in the late 1980s. While the reference itself is well known, dial variations are where true distinction appears, and this example stands apart for that reason alone. Most 69178s are found with champagne, black, or white dials, often with glossy