Rolex Datejust 16013 Metallic Black Dial

The late 1970s marked an important transition for the Rolex Datejust, when the classic four digit generation evolved into the new five digit 16xxx family. Ref. 16013 became the signature two tone execution of that era, retaining the timeless 36mm Datejust proportions while introducing the more modern Calibre 3035 with its practical quickset date function. What makes this example especially attractive is its metallic black dial, a less commonly encountered alternative to the champagne and silver configurations more strongly associated with two tone Datejusts, creating a much sharper contrast against the warm 18K yellow gold fluted bezel and giving the watch a distinctly more assertive character.