Rolex Datejust 36, Ref. 16234 · Silver Tapestry · Tropical Dial · circa 1993
There are Datejusts that simply tell the time, and there are those that tell a story. This 16234 belongs to the second category.
The tapestry dial, once silver, crisp, and understated. Has over the years developed a warm, brown tropical patina. What started as a silver dial has slowly transformed through prolonged exposure to light and heat into something far rarer: a tropical dial. The fine vertical lines of the tapestry motif now catch the light differently than they once did, with a depth and warmth that no new dial could ever replicate. This is not a flaw, it is exactly what collectors mean when they talk about character.
The case and jubilee bracelet are in good condition for a watch from 1993. No aggressive polishing, no harsh scratches. Just a watch that has been worn the way it was meant to be.
Come and see the watch in person at our private lounge in Amsterdam, or get in touch via the website. At Lorièn Watches, we select every piece for its character. This is one of them!
