We love these classic vintage Datejusts with a plexi crystal but a quickset movement — the best of both worlds. The case and bezel remain in strong, crisp condition, and we especially love these bezels with reeding between the raised sections.

The Taupe/grey soleil dial (with a hint of beige !) is in great condition, featuring pleasing patina on the lume dots and seldom-seen hour markers.

The caseback is engraved: “Ameise 1957–25.1–1982.” We believe this may have been a gift to an employee of the German forklift company Ameise for 25 years of service. We cannot be certain, but it’s a charming detail that adds to the watch’s history.

The Jubilee bracelet is reference 62510H, in good condition, with 555 end links and a clasp stamped “RS 1.”
The watch and its quickset movement have been fully serviced by our watchmaker.

If this charming Datejust speaks to you, reach out—we’d love to help you add it to your collection.

Specifications:

Rolex Reference 16030 Datejust
36mm steel case , plexiglass
Serial 638xxx dating to 1979
Taupe Grey dial with white printed text
Quick set movement
Jubilee bracelet ref 62150H with 555 end links
Caseback engraving ;Ameise 1957-25.1-1982
Fully serviced by our watchmaker
One-year mechanical warranty
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Rolex Datejust 16030 Taupe Soleil Dial

Rolex Datejust 16030 Taupe Soleil Dial

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