1987 Rolex Lady-Datejust 69138 - 18K Yellow Gold Champagne Pleiade Diamond Dial Eska as leather is often replaced

as leather is often replaced over the decades

It keeps the Speedy DNA but wears slimmer and more compact than the Moonwatch

A Study In Preservation

Vacheron pushed the limits of how slim a mechanical watch could be while maintaining its structural integrity

The factory pavé diamond dial adds a subtle touch of luxury

1987 Rolex Lady-Datejust 69138 - 18K Yellow Gold Champagne Pleiade Diamond Dial Eska as leather is often replacedA Masterclass In Factory Decoration This is a top tier execution of the classic Lady Datejust. The reference 69138 is already a statement piece in solid 18 karat yellow gold, but this example elevates the platform with a rare, factory set Champagne Pleiade dial. This specific configuration, combining a diamond set dial with a diamond bezel, represents Rolex at its most confident and luxurious during the 1980s. The watch has a surprising substance to