Rolex Datejust 18ct Yellow Gold – Tapestry Dial Ref. 16238 | Automatic | 36mm | 18ct Solid Gold | Papers Only
A truly iconic piece from Rolex’s golden era — the Datejust 16238 in solid 18ct yellow gold, complete with its original champagne tapestry dial, fluted bezel, and President bracelet.
This example features the rare and desirable vertical striped “tapestry” dial, which adds texture and depth to an already elegant layout. The 36mm case wears beautifully on the wrist — a timeless silhouette that’s become a gold standard for Rolex collectors.
The President bracelet shows some expected stretch from age but remains original and full of vintage charm. The case has light wear but retains its strong presence. The watch comes with its original Rolex papers (no box).
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Specs & Details
Reference: 16238
Circa 1988-1992
Case: 36mm 18ct yellow gold
Dial: Champagne tapestry dial with baton markers
Bezel: Fluted 18ct yellow gold
Bracelet: Rolex President 18ct gold
Movement: Automatic, Cal. 3135
Crystal: Sapphire
Condition: Honest vintage condition; light surface wear, some bracelet stretch
Box & Papers: ✅ Papers included | ❌ No box
A truly iconic piece from Rolex’s golden era — the Datejust 16238 in solid 18ct yellow gold, complete with its original champagne tapestry dial, fluted bezel, and President bracelet.
This example features the rare and desirable vertical striped “tapestry” dial, which adds texture and depth to an already elegant layout. The 36mm case wears beautifully on the wrist — a timeless silhouette that’s become a gold standard for Rolex collectors.
The President bracelet shows some expected stretch from age but remains original and full of vintage charm. The case has light wear but retains its strong presence. The watch comes with its original Rolex papers (no box).
🔍
Specs & Details
Reference: 16238
Circa 1988-1992
Case: 36mm 18ct yellow gold
Dial: Champagne tapestry dial with baton markers
Bezel: Fluted 18ct yellow gold
Bracelet: Rolex President 18ct gold
Movement: Automatic, Cal. 3135
Crystal: Sapphire
Condition: Honest vintage condition; light surface wear, some bracelet stretch
Box & Papers: ✅ Papers included | ❌ No box
A truly iconic piece from Rolex’s golden era — the Datejust 16238 in solid 18ct yellow gold, complete with its original champagne tapestry dial, fluted bezel, and President bracelet.
This example features the rare and desirable vertical striped “tapestry” dial, which adds texture and depth to an already elegant layout. The 36mm case wears beautifully on the wrist — a timeless silhouette that’s become a gold standard for Rolex collectors.
The President bracelet shows some expected stretch from age but remains original and full of vintage charm. The case has light wear but retains its strong presence. The watch comes with its original Rolex papers (no box).
🔍
Specs & Details
Reference: 16238
Circa 1988-1992
Case: 36mm 18ct yellow gold
Dial: Champagne tapestry dial with baton markers
Bezel: Fluted 18ct yellow gold
Bracelet: Rolex President 18ct gold
Movement: Automatic, Cal. 3135
Crystal: Sapphire
Condition: Honest vintage condition; light surface wear, some bracelet stretch
Box & Papers: ✅ Papers included | ❌ No box