{"product_id":"rolex-datejust-16234-tropical-stardust-dial-36mm-circa-1988-watch","title":"Rolex Datejust 16234 Tropical Stardust Dial 36mm Circa 1988 Watch","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eRolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust ref. 16234 in stainless steel, circa 1988, featuring an original copper-orange tropical “Stardust” dial with black Roman numeral minute track, sapphire crystal, automatic caliber 3135 movement, 18K white gold fluted bezel, and stainless steel Jubilee bracelet. The watch measures 36mm and is fitted on a bracelet measuring approximately 7.25 inches. Condition 9.5\/10 (Like New).\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThis Datejust is all about the dial. The original dial has aged into a copper-orange tropical tone with a dense, speckled “stardust” surface pattern, creating a one-of-a-kind look that is impossible to replicate. Condition is 9.5\/10, with a Crown-Meisters \u0026amp; Co. caseback sticker present. Serial number begins R93****.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eItem Type: Men’s Luxury Wristwatch\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eBrand: Rolex\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eModel: Oyster Perpetual Datejust\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eReference Number: 16234\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eSerial Number: R93****\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eCirca: 1988\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eCase Material: Stainless Steel\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eCase Size: 36mm\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eBezel: Fluted 18K white gold bezel\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eCrystal: Sapphire crystal\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eMovement: Automatic\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eCaliber: Rolex caliber 3135\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eBracelet: Stainless steel Jubilee bracelet\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eClasp: Folding clasp\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eBracelet Length: Approximately 7.25 inches\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eCaseback Detail: Crown-Meisters \u0026amp; Co. sticker present\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eBox and Papers: Original box included\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eCondition: 9.5\/10 (Like New)\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial and Hands\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eDial: Original copper-orange tropical “Stardust” dial\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eDial Tone: Naturally aged copper-orange tropical finish\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eDial Texture: Dense speckled stardust-style patina\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eHour Markers: Applied baton hour markers\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eMinute Track: Black Roman numeral outer minute track\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eDial Signature: Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eDial Text: Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eHands: Stainless steel luminous hands\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eDate Display: Date window at 3 o’clock with Cyclops lens\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eDial Marking: Swiss Made at 6 o’clock\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBezel and Case Details\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eBezel Type: Fluted bezel\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eBezel Material: 18K White Gold\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eCase Material: Stainless Steel\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eCase Diameter: 36mm\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eCase Style: Classic Rolex Oyster case\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eCaseback: Screw-down caseback with Crown-Meisters \u0026amp; Co. sticker\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eCrown: Screw-down Rolex crown\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBand Details\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eBand Material: Stainless Steel\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eBand Style: Jubilee bracelet\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eBand Color: Stainless Steel\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eClasp: Folding clasp\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eBracelet Length: Approximately 7.25 inches\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures and Style\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eRolex Datejust ref. 16234\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e36mm stainless steel Oyster case\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e18K white gold fluted bezel\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eOriginal copper-orange tropical “Stardust” dial\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eBlack Roman numeral minute track\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eAutomatic caliber 3135 movement\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eSapphire crystal\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eStainless steel Jubilee bracelet\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eCrown-Meisters \u0026amp; Co. caseback sticker\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eStyle: Vintage Rolex Datejust with rare tropical dial character\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe watch is presented in 9.5\/10 condition. The stainless steel case, 18K white gold fluted bezel, sapphire crystal, Jubilee bracelet, and clasp present very well overall. The original dial shows a highly distinctive copper-orange tropical patina with a dense stardust-style surface pattern. The automatic caliber 3135 movement is running. The caseback retains a Crown-Meisters \u0026amp; Co. sticker. Watch is presented in original Rolex Datejust box with moon crater outer box.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Crown-Meisters \u0026amp; Co. Sticker\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe caseback retains a Crown-Meisters \u0026amp; Co. sticker, adding an interesting service-related detail to the watch. Crown-Meisters is an independent Japanese Rolex specialist known for careful work on vintage and collectible Rolex watches, with an emphasis on preserving original components rather than unnecessarily replacing valuable period parts.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eFor a watch with a dial this distinctive, that philosophy matters. The presence of the sticker supports the watch’s history as a carefully handled vintage Rolex and pairs well with the originality-focused character of the tropical “Stardust” dial.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Rolex Datejust 16234\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe Rolex Datejust ref. 16234 is one of the defining late-vintage Datejust references, combining the classic 36mm Oyster case with a sapphire crystal, automatic caliber 3135 movement, stainless steel construction, and an 18K white gold fluted bezel. It keeps the traditional Datejust proportions while offering the more modern durability and movement architecture associated with later Rolex production.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eWhat separates this example from a standard 16234 is the dial. The original dial has developed a copper-orange tropical surface with a speckled “Stardust” effect, giving the watch a completely individual appearance. Tropical Rolex dials are collectible because no two age in exactly the same way, and this example has aged with unusually strong visual character.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe Datejust is already one of Rolex’s most important everyday luxury watches, but a dial like this moves the watch into a different category. The combination of the 36mm Oyster case, white gold fluted bezel, Jubilee bracelet, caliber 3135 movement, and original tropical Stardust dial makes this a highly distinctive vintage Datejust with real collector appeal.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ASSAY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48785098703038,"sku":"54116","price":12154.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0508\/5724\/6910\/files\/Rolex-Datejust-16234-Tropical-Stardust-Dial-36mm-Circa-1988-Watch-Watch.jpg?v=1787678062","url":"https:\/\/assayjewelers.uk\/fr\/products\/rolex-datejust-16234-tropical-stardust-dial-36mm-circa-1988-watch","provider":"ASSAY","version":"1.0","type":"link"}