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Wristwatch · Datejust 16030

Rolex Datejust 16030 Silver Dial

Partially verified

This Rolex Datejust reference 16030 is a wristwatch featuring a 36mm steel case and a steel engine-turned bezel. The watch is powered by a quick-set movement. It is presented with a silver dial decorated with coffin-style hour markers and aged cream lume plots. The crystal is made of plexi glass. The watch is attached to a steel Jubilee bracelet, reference 62150H, which includes 555 end links and a clasp stamped 'S Z1'. The source identifies the serial number as 983xxxx, which corresponds to a production year of 1987. The watch has undergone service by the vendor's watchmaker and is described as running appropriately. The overall design includes a cyclops lens over the date aperture on the dial, a staple feature of the Datejust series, and the dial bears the 'T SWISS MADE T' marking at the base.

The Rolex Datejust 16030 viewed from a three-quarter angle, showing the silver dial, engine-turned bezel, and Jubilee bracelet.
The Rolex Datejust 16030 viewed from a three-quarter angle, showing the silver dial, engine-turned bezel, and Jubilee bracelet. — Bulang & Sons. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.bulangandsons.com
Category
Wristwatch · Datejust 16030
Maker / attribution
Rolex
Reference
16030
Catalogue / lot identifier
Source URL identifies the listing
Source-reported date
1987
Source-reported place
Not established
Source-reported serial
983xxxx

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case and Dial

The watch features a 36mm steel case paired with an engine-turned steel bezel. The case construction includes a cyclops lens positioned over the date aperture at the 3 o'clock position. The dial has a silver finish and is detailed with coffin-style hour markers.

The dial is marked with cream-colored lume plots, which the source describes as having aged. At the base of the dial, the text 'T SWISS MADE T' is visible, denoting the presence of tritium-based luminous material.

Evidence for this section
  • “36mm steel case, plexi glass”
  • “Steel Engine Turned Bezel”
  • “Silver dial with “coffin” stick markers”

Bracelet

The timepiece is mounted on a Jubilee-style steel bracelet, identified by the reference 62150H. The bracelet utilizes 555 end links to connect to the watch case.

The clasp of the bracelet is marked with the stamp 'S Z1'. The source describes the condition of the bracelet as excellent.

Evidence for this section
  • “Jubilee bracelet ref 62150H with 555 end links”
  • “clasp stamped ‘S Z1’”

Movement and Condition

The watch is powered by a quick-set movement. The vendor reports that the movement has been serviced by their internal watchmaker.

The watch is stated to be in a condition described as fantastic, with the bezel showing only light signs of wear. The mechanical operation is reported as running perfectly by the vendor.

Evidence for this section
  • “Inside ticks the reliable quick-set movement, freshly serviced by our watchmaker and running perfectly.”
  • “crisp engine-turned bezel that shows only light signs of wear”

Open research questions

  • Confirm the exact meaning and origin of the 'S Z1' clasp code
  • Identify any specific variations in the 16030 production year 1987 regarding bezel finishing

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Rolex Datejust 16030 Silver Dial
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerRolex“Vendor: Rolex”
Reference16030“Rolex Datejust Reference 16030”
Serial Number983xxxx“Serial 983xxxx dating to 1987”
Case Size36mm“36mm steel case”
Bracelet Reference62150H“Jubilee bracelet ref 62150H”
Clasp MarkingS Z1“clasp stamped ‘S Z1’”
Crystal MaterialPlexi glass“plexi glass”

Visible details

  • Cyclops lens over the date aperture at 3 o'clock
  • Engine-turned pattern on the steel bezel
  • Textured metallic finish on the silver dial
  • Jubilee bracelet with multi-link construction

Research qualifications

  • Aging of the cream lume plots is subject to individual interpretation
  • The source mentions a service by their own watchmaker rather than factory service records

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

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Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record 9ac2d490cc

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