Rolex Datejust 36mm Wood Dial - Ref. 16018

For sale is a beautiful Rolex Datejust ref. 16018, crafted entirely in solid 18k yellow gold and fitted with a rare and highly desirable factory wood dial. Produced in 1983, this example captures a unique period in Rolex history when exotic materials and warm natural tones were explored in limited numbers.

Wood Dial:
First introduced by Rolex in the 1970s, wood dials are among the brand’s most distinctive and collectible creations. Each dial is crafted from thinly sliced natural wood, carefully stabilized and finished to preserve the grain while ensuring long-term durability. No two examples are exactly alike, making each wood dial entirely unique.

Due to the complexity of production and the natural material involved, these dials were manufactured in relatively small numbers, contributing significantly to their desirability among collectors today.

Case & Design
The 36mm Oyster case is executed in solid 18k yellow gold and features the classic fluted bezel, giving the watch a timeless and unmistakably Rolex presence. The warm tones of the gold case pair beautifully with the rich texture of the wood dial, creating a refined yet distinctive aesthetic.

Strap & Buckle
The watch is fitted with a leather Omega strap and is completed by its original 18k yellow gold Rolex pin buckle.

Condition & Functionality
The watch is in full working order and presents in excellent condition overall. It features the signature Datejust configuration with a date display at 3 o’clock, magnified by the Cyclops lens.

Powered by a Rolex automatic self-winding movement, this timepiece delivers the reliability and precision expected of the brand.

Included with the Watch
Original Rolex Box: Yes
Original Papers: No

Technical Data
Reference: 16018
Year: 1983
Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold
Case Diameter: 36mm
Bezel: Fluted 18k Yellow Gold
Dial: Factory Wood Dial
Crystal: Sapphire
Strap: Leather Omega Strap
Buckle: 18k Yellow Gold Rolex Buckle

Movement:

Rolex Automatic Self-Winding