Rolex Ladies Datejust (69173)

The Rolex Ladies Datejust (69173) is one of the most enduring references in Rolex's Oyster Perpetual collection, pairing the precision of a Superlative Chronometer movement with a thoroughly refined two-tone aesthetic. The case and Jubilee bracelet combine brushed stainless steel with polished 18k yellow gold center links, while the fluted yellow gold bezel frames an ivory dial dressed with gold Roman numerals and slender gold hands. A date window at 3 o'clock, magnified by Rolex's signature Cyclops lens, completes the dial. The dial text confirms the movement is officially certified as a Superlative Chronometer, meeting the stringent accuracy standards Rolex has upheld since the Datejust's introduction in 1945 — making the 69173 the first wristwatch to display the date in a window on the dial, a milestone that defined an entire category of dress watches. The two-tone Jubilee bracelet, itself introduced alongside the original Datejust, gives the piece its characteristic balance of sportiness and elegance. This reference is a perennial collector's choice for its versatility, horological heritage, and the timeless appeal of its Roman numeral ivory dial.