Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Tiffany & Co. Dual-Signature Dial
Horological instrument; luxury wristwatch • Manufactured by Rolex S.A. (Geneva); dial co-signed/retailed by Tiffany & Co. (New York)
Style & Movement
Mid-Century Modern luxury utilitarianism; high-end horological craft
Medium & Technique
Stainless steel and 18k yellow gold (Rolesor); mechanical automatic winding; lacquered 'Tiffany Blue' dial with luminous baton indices and date aperture.
Creation Period
Late 20th Century (Circa 1980s-1990s based on the Oyster bracelet and dial configuration)
Dimensions & Format
26mm case diameter; circular (tondo) dial format within a 3-link Oyster bracelet
Subject Description
A lady's sized Datejust featuring a two-toned case, a smooth gold bezel, and a rare turquoise lacquer 'Tiffany & Co.' signed dial. The composition is centered on the 'Cyclops' date lens at 3 o'clock and the iconic Rolex coronet at 12 o'clock.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good/Fair. Shows visible surface scratching on the lugs, bezel, and bracelet consistent with regular wear.
Estimated Market Value
$4,000 - $7,000 USD (Depending on verification of the dial's authenticity and mechanical status)
Auction Estimate
$3,500 - $6,000 USD
Provenance History
Originally retailed through a Tiffany & Co. boutique (as indicated by the lower dial stamping). Historical context suggests a high-end retail origin in North America.
Art Historical Significance
Represents the historic and highly collectible partnership between Rolex and Tiffany & Co., which ended in the early 1990s. The dual-stamped dials are rare artifacts of 20th-century luxury retail history and have become significant trophies in horological collecting circles.
Notable Features
Rare 'Tiffany & Co.' co-stamping on the custom turquoise dial; two-tone 'Rolesor' construction; original 'Cyclops' magnification lens; period-correct Oyster bracelet.
Condition Issues
Significant surface abrasions on the stainless steel lugs; moderate scratching on the gold bezel; potential bracelet 'stretch' from use; minor dust visible under the crystal.
Conservation Recommendations
Professional movement servicing; ultrasonic cleaning of the case/bracelet (avoiding over-polishing to preserve case geometry); storage in a temperature-controlled environment; verification of gaskets for water resistance.