Rolex Mid-size Datejust 178273 Roman Dial

This Explorer II is in overall great attractive vintage condition. The case is in good condition with normal signs of wear. The inside caseback is stamped "1655" and the serial and reference numbers are visible. The Mark III bezel is in good attractive condition with some wear. The dial is in overall great condition with light patina. The lume on the dial has developed patina and has aged to a lovely pale yellow color.  The hands have developed patina and the lume in the hands have aged to a matching pale yellow color. The orange 24-hour hand has remained vibrant. The 78360 Oyster bracelet has 12 links and 580 end links. The clasp is stamped "VF" indicating it is from 1981. The bracelet is in overall good condition with normal signs of wear and a bit of stretch between the links which is common for this style bracelet. 

Rolex Datejust ref 16233 (1996) displays the time on an ivory "Pyramid" dial with a distinctive hobnail motif which is common among many luxury watch brands not just the Crown.  On this model Rolex has decorated the dial with remarkable yellow-gold Roman numerals and hands the famous Rolex logo and a date display at 3 o'clock.  The case measures the standard 36mm and features a fluted bezel scratch-resistant sapphire and matching five-piece link Jubilee bracelet.  The most remarkable feature is the movement which boasts self-winding a 48-hour power reserve and a Quickset date.