Rolex Lady-Datejust 26 Ref. 69138, 18K Yellow Gold, Diamond Bezel, Mother-of-Pearl Diamond Dial, President Bracelet, Full Set

Heritage

The Rolex Lady-Datejust is the definitive expression of timeless femininity in fine watchmaking — a reference that has graced the wrists of the world's most discerning women since 1957. Reference 69138 in 18k yellow gold represents the Lady-Datejust at its most complete: factory diamond-set bezel, mother-of-pearl dial with diamond hour markers, and the iconic President bracelet that has long been the reserve of heads of state and those who move in their company. This example presents as a single-owner Crown Collection piece — accompanied by the original large blue Rolex Crown Collection jewelry presentation box, matching-serial-number Crown Collection embossed hang tag, original Rolex polishing cloth, and original dated warranty papers. The Crown Collection provenance separates this example from virtually every other 69138 on the secondary market. It is not found. It is inherited.

Design

The 26mm case in 18k yellow gold carries the Lady-Datejust's signature proportions — refined, purposeful, and unmistakably Rolex. The factory original diamond-set bezel frames a mother-of-pearl dial with factory diamond hour markers: a combination that transforms natural light into an instrument of beauty. The President bracelet in 18k yellow gold presents exceptionally tight and fluid, exactly as it should. Powered by Rolex Calibre 2135, 29 jewels, officially certified chronometer. Sapphire crystal with Cyclops date magnification at 3 o’clock. This watch does not require introduction. It commands attention on arrival.

Collector's Note

Crown Collection Lady-Datejust references in original full presentation — matching-serial hang tag, Crown Collection box, dated papers — represent a vanishingly rare configuration in the secondary market. The 69138 in yellow gold with factory diamond bezel and mother-of-pearl diamond dial is already among the most desirable Lady-Datejust references. With Crown Collection provenance intact, this is a position that will not present itself again. Claimed by those who understand what they are holding.

Technical Specifications

Designer: Rolex
Collection: Lady-Datejust
Reference: 69138
Case Diameter: 26mm
Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold
Bezel: Original Rolex factory diamond-set 18K yellow gold
Dial: Mother-of-pearl with factory diamond hour markers
Crystal: Sapphire with Cyclops date magnifier
Date: Date aperture at 3 o’clock
Movement: Automatic — Rolex Calibre 2135
Jewels: 29
Certification: Officially Certified Chronometer
Bracelet: 18K yellow gold President bracelet
Clasp: Concealed folding clasp
Origin: Made in Switzerland
Gender: Ladies
Condition: Excellent — exceptionally well preserved, minimal signs of careful prior ownership
Authenticity: Independently verified before listing

Included With Purchase

Crown Collection full set — original large blue Rolex Crown Collection jewelry presentation box, original Rolex polishing cloth, matching-serial-number Crown Collection embossed hang tag, and original dated Rolex warranty papers.

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