Rolex Datejust
+49 % above RRP
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ℹ️ 1-month trend
Price change over the past 30 days. Shows the short-term market movement — relevant if you want to buy or sell soon.
ℹ️ 4-month trend
The central metric behind the momentum score. It filters out short-term swings and shows the true, medium-term market trend of this reference.
ℹ️ Volatility
Annualised price fluctuation. Below 10 % = very stable, 10–20 % = normal, above 20 % = volatile. With high volatility the price can change quickly — in both directions. Be cautious about buying without checking the current price.
ℹ️ Momentum score
ChronoCheck's own indicator from 0 to 100, calculated from the 4-month trend, volatility and market direction.
- Above 60 — Upward trend. Good time to sell, prices are rising.
- 40 – 60 — Neutral. Stable price level, no pressure to act.
- Below 40 — Downward trend. Wait or enter at a good price.
ℹ️ Investment Grade A/B/C/D
ChronoCheck's own rating for each reference. A 0–100 point scale, made up of four weighted components:
- Momentum (40 pts) — trend strength from the momentum score.
- Liquidity (25 pts) — number of active live listings.
- Stability (20 pts) — inverse volatility — the calmer, the better.
- Source robustness (15 pts) — number of independent market sources.
- A · 75+ Trend is right, liquidity good, data broad.
- B · 55–74 Solid, but one component weaker.
- C · 35–54 Average, volatility or market breadth weigh on it.
- D · below 35 Downward or too little data — a collector's piece.
Not investment advice. Pure data analysis from aggregated market sources.
The current market value of the Rolex Datejust (Ref. 116203) is $11,536. Last sold at auction: $10,332 (Sotheby's, 12/2025).
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Technical data
Lift angle 52° — important for timing-machine diagnosis: with this value a watchmaker can correctly measure rate deviation, amplitude and beat error. ChronoCheck verifies such technical details directly from the manufacturers' factory specifications.
Rolex Ref. 116203 — Variants and collector names
Known as: Yellow Rolesor DJ36, Two-Tone Smooth DJ36, Steel & Gold Datejust, 116203 Rolesor
Production phases and changes
- 2003: Introduction of Ref. 116203 as the first 6-digit Two-Tone Datejust (Yellow Rolesor, Smooth Bezel)
- 2005: Start of serial number engraving on the rehaut (in addition to the 6 o'clock lug engraving)
- 2008: Serial number on rehaut only; no more engraving between the lugs
- 2010: Switch from sequential letter-prefix serials to randomized 8-digit alphanumeric serials
- 2015: Upgrade from COSC certification to Rolex's own 'Superlative Chronometer' certification (+/-2 sec/day) and extension of the warranty from 2 to 5 years
- 2018: Discontinuation of Ref. 116203; successor Ref. 126203 with Cal. 3235 introduced at Baselworld 2018
Movement variants
- 3135 (2003–2018) · 28800 bph
Bezel variants
- Smooth Bezel 18k Yellow Gold "Smooth Domed YG Bezel"
Dial variants
- 116203-Black-Index — OYSTER PERPETUAL DATEJUST
- 116203-Blue-Index — OYSTER PERPETUAL DATEJUST
- 116203-Champagne-Roman — OYSTER PERPETUAL DATEJUST
- Pyramid Dial — OYSTER PERPETUAL DATEJUST
- 116203-MOP-Index — OYSTER PERPETUAL DATEJUST
- 116203-Silver-Diamond-Index — OYSTER PERPETUAL DATEJUST
- 116203-Silver-Index — OYSTER PERPETUAL DATEJUST / SUPERLATIVE CHRONOMETER / OFFICIALLY CERTIFIED
- 116203-White-Roman — OYSTER PERPETUAL DATEJUST
Crystal variants
- Saphirglas mit Cyclops
Bracelet variants
- Oyster Solid Ref. 78350
- Oyster Solid-Link Ref. 93150
Serial numbers
- A000001 – F999999 (2003–2006) — Letter-prefix era. Serial between the lugs at 6 o'clock. Exact boundaries are estimates — Rolex does not publish official production data. Example: D463xxx ~ 2005–2006.
- G000001 – Z999999 (2006–2010) — Dual-location (lug + rehaut) from ~2005, rehaut-only from ~2008. Letter-prefix era ends ~2010.
- scrambled – scrambled (2010–2018) — From 2010, randomized 8-digit alphanumeric serials (e.g. 'OT23Q257'). Production year no longer determinable from serial.
Brand profile: Rolex
Rolex is the most counterfeited watch brand in the world. Super-clones (VSF, ARF, Clean — the latter inactive since the 07/2025 raid, with only old stock still circulating) reach 95%+ similarity. Authenticity can almost always only be identified through micro-details and caliber behavior.
- Case back: ALWAYS solid and closed — any display window means it's definitely fake (exception: vintage Ref. 6085 only)
- Minute hand length: genuine Rolex minute hands end EXACTLY at the minute chapter ring. 1 mm too long = fake. The strongest VSF tell.
- Seconds hand: smooth sweep without any hesitation — the slightest tick-tock motion means it's fake
- Cyclops lens (on Date models): must magnify exactly 2.5×, with the date filling almost the entire window
Serial number format: Since 2010, a random alphanumeric combination (e.g. 'G3M9K721'). 2000-2010: a letter plus 6-7 digits. Serial number engraved on the rehaut at 6 o'clock (from ~2005). Older models: between the lug shoulders at 6 o'clock on the case.
Further sources
Buying guide: Rolex Datejust
Entry into Rolex
At $11,536 this reference is one of the more affordable ways to wear a Rolex on your wrist. That is precisely why many pieces have already passed through several hands — condition varies accordingly. Buyers here should pay particular attention to service history and honest photos from the seller.
Watch out for swings: This reference has an above-average volatility of 112.8 percent. In concrete terms: the price can move by several hundred euros within a few weeks. Check the current value before buying or selling — old listings or auction results from two months ago are of little help.
What to look out for when buying?
- Authenticity: The serial number and reference on the case must match the papers. A professional authenticity check of the Rolex Datejust reliably rules out counterfeits.
- Condition: Check scratches on the case and bezel — professional refurbishment can leave traces.
- Service history: A documented service by the manufacturer or a certified watchmaker increases the value.
- Scope of delivery: Box, papers and warranty card make a noticeable price difference on the Datejust.
- Independent certification: The CPS-52 standard covers 52 checkpoints — from the serial number and the timing machine to water resistance. The result is secured on the blockchain and can be verified at any time.
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Recent hammer prices for this reference from international auction houses:
| Price | House | Date |
|---|---|---|
| $10,332 | Sotheby's | 12/2025 |