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Rolex Ref. 116233 'Datejust' Watch

Partially verified

This automatic wristwatch by Rolex is a Datejust reference 116233, dating circa 2005 according to Freeman's. It features a stainless steel case measuring approximately 36 mm across, fitted with a fluted yellow gold bezel and a two-tone stainless steel and 18K yellow gold Jubilee bracelet with concealed clasp. The champagne sunburst dial is set with factory diamond hour markers and displays a magnified date aperture at 3 o'clock. The source reports an automatic movement stamped '1124459 ROLEX GENEVA SWISS'.

Front view of the Rolex Datejust Ref. 116233 showing dial, fluted bezel, and bracelet
Front view of the Rolex Datejust Ref. 116233 showing dial, fluted bezel, and bracelet — Freeman's. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
hindmanauctions.com
Category
Wristwatch · Automatic wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Rolex
Reference
116233
Catalogue / lot identifier
57
Source-reported date
Circa 2005
Country
Switzerland
Source-reported serial
D951752

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

Identity and Construction

This Rolex Datejust, identified as reference 116233 with serial number D951752, is constructed with a stainless steel case measuring approximately 36 mm. The design features a fluted yellow gold bezel and a champagne sunburst dial with diamond hour markers.

The timepiece is fitted with a two-tone stainless steel and 18K yellow gold Jubilee bracelet with a concealed clasp. The rehaut displays the engraving 'ROLEX ROLEX ROLEX'.

Evidence for this section
  • “Reference number: 116233”
  • “Serial number: D951752”
  • “Case size: Approx. 36 mm”
  • “Bezel: Fluted yellow gold”
  • “Dial: Champagne 'Sunburst' with factory diamonds”
  • “Engraved 'ROLEX ROLEX ROLEX' rehaut visible along the inner bezel ring”

Mechanical Features and Markings

The watch is powered by an automatic movement reported by the source to be stamped '1124459 ROLEX GENEVA SWISS'. The dial includes a date aperture at 3 o'clock with a cyclops lens.

The inner case back is recorded as stamped 'ROLEX GENEVA SWITZERLAND STAINLESS STEEL ROLEX SA 2080'. The bracelet is stamped 'ROLEX SWISS MADE STEELINOX ROLEX SA OP4 63203'.

Evidence for this section
  • “Movement: 1124459 ROLEX GENEVA SWISS”
  • “Date window at 3 o'clock magnified by an exterior cyclops lens”
  • “Inner case back: ROLEX GENEVA SWITZERLAND STAINLESS STEEL ROLEX SA 2080”
  • “Bracelet: ROLEX SWISS MADE STEELINOX ROLEX SA OP4 63203”

Condition and Provenance

The auction source dates the watch to circa 2005. The reported condition includes light scratching throughout and minor chips to the crystal. The dial is described as being in excellent condition.

The watch was noted to wind, set, and run at the time of cataloging, but the auction house notes this is not a guarantee of future performance and that servicing is recommended. Authenticity of individual parts is not guaranteed.

Evidence for this section
  • “Year: Circa 2005”
  • “Light scratching throughout consistent with age and use. A few minor chips to crystal.”
  • “The watch winds, sets, and runs at the time of cataloguing but has not been timed for accuracy.”
  • “The authenticity of individual parts is not guaranteed since repairs and restoration may have occurred.”

Open research questions

  • Is there a definitive correlation between the movement serial number 1124459 and the 2005 production year for this reference?
  • Does the provided serial number on the case match the production era of the movement markings?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Rolex Ref. 116233 'Datejust' Watch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Reference number116233“Reference number: 116233”
Serial numberD951752“Serial number: D951752”
YearCirca 2005“Year: Circa 2005”
Case sizeApprox. 36 mm“Case size: Approx. 36 mm”
MovementAutomatic“Movement: Automatic”
DialChampagne 'Sunburst' with factory diamonds“Dial: Champagne 'Sunburst' with factory diamonds”
Gross weight78.85 dwt“Gross weight: 78.85 dwt.”
Included itemsExtra links“Sold with: Extra links”

Visible details

  • Fluted yellow gold bezel framing a champagne sunburst dial
  • Ten faceted diamond hour markers set in square gold chatons
  • Date window at 3 o'clock magnified by an exterior cyclops lens
  • Two-tone Jubilee bracelet with stainless steel outer links and yellow gold center links
  • Engraved 'ROLEX ROLEX ROLEX' rehaut visible along the inner bezel ring

Research qualifications

  • Movement and interior case back are not visible in the provided image; details rely on auction house descriptions
  • Freeman's reports light scratching throughout and a few minor chips to the crystal

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

Consulted source

Rolex, Ref. 116233, Stainless Steel and 18K Yellow Gold... | Freeman's

Reviewed 2026-10-22 · Record fc53818def

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