Vintage Rolex Datejust 26 - Ref. 69178G (1988)

Heritage & Design

Introduced in 1957, the Rolex Lady-Datejust brought the collection's signature date display and automatic movement to a smaller, more refined case. The Ref. 69178G represents a luxurious interpretation of this classic design, combining solid 18ct yellow gold construction with a champagne diamond-set dial. Its traditional proportions and precious metal finish reflect Rolex's longstanding approach to ladies' watchmaking, while examples accompanied by their original documentation hold particular appeal among vintage collectors.

Case & Details

This Lady-Datejust features a 26mm case crafted entirely from 18ct yellow gold, complemented by Rolex's signature fluted bezel. Its champagne dial incorporates applied diamond hour markers and a date display at 3 o'clock. A sapphire crystal with Cyclops magnifier and an 18ct yellow gold President-style bracelet complete the design, creating a cohesive combination of precious metal and diamond detailing.

Movement & Provenance

Powered by the Rolex calibre 2135 automatic movement, offering an approximately 40-hour power reserve. Offered with box and papers, circa 1988. Its solid gold construction, diamond-set dial and accompanying documentation make this an appealing example of vintage Rolex ladies' watchmaking. As with all vintage timepieces, we do not recommend wearing this watch in or around water, regardless of its original water resistance rating. For complete peace of mind, this timepiece is accompanied by our 24 month J. Farren Price warranty.

The following guide explains the condition terms used throughout our pre-owned and vintage watch collection.

• New
  Brand-new and unworn, supplied by J. Farren Price as an authorised dealer with the applicable manufacturer warranty.
• New Old Stock (NOS)
  An unworn watch from an earlier production period. Minor storage or handling marks may be present.
• Mint
  An exceptional pre-owned example presenting in near-new condition, with no visible wear.
• Excellent
  A very well-preserved watch showing only light signs of careful use.
• Very Good
  A well-presented watch showing normal signs of use, including minor scratches or surface wear.
• Good
  A watch showing more noticeable signs of regular use and age, while remaining presentable.

Vintage watches
Condition is assessed in the context of the watch's age. Natural patina and period-appropriate ageing may be present and do not necessarily detract from its grade.

Condition grades relate to cosmetic presentation. Originality, replacement parts, service history and accessories are described separately where known. Please refer to the individual product description and photographs for further details.

For more in depth information about any of our timepieces, feel free to contact our team directly on (08) 8223 2787 or visit our boutique to view in person.