Rolex Lady-Datejust 26 179171-METDO Meteorite Diamond Fluted Rose Gold Stainless Steel Oyster - BRAND NEW

The Rolex Lady-Datejust is one of the most enduring icons in fine watchmaking, introduced by Rolex in 1957 as the first self-winding waterproof chronometer wristwatch scaled specifically for a woman's wrist. Over decades the collection has evolved through a broad range of materials, dials, and bracelet configurations, yet it has always retained the core Datejust identity — a magnified date window at 3 o'clock, a fluted or smooth bezel, and Rolex's legendary Oyster case construction. Reference 179171-METDO sits firmly in the upper tier of the line, uniting two extraordinary material stories: the extraterrestrial wonder of a genuine meteorite dial and the two-tone warmth of Rolex's Everose gold paired with stainless steel.

The dial of reference 179171-METDO is the undisputed focal point of the watch. Rolex sources its meteorite dials from iron-nickel meteorites, slicing them thinly and treating the surface to reveal the distinctive Widmanstätten pattern — an interlocking crystalline structure that formed over billions of years as molten metal cooled in space. Because this pattern is entirely natural, no two meteorite dials are ever identical, giving every 179171-METDO an inherently unique character. Factory-set diamond hour markers catch the light against the grey-silver cosmic surface, adding brilliance without overstatement.

The 26mm stainless steel Oyster case is compact, refined, and built to the exacting tolerances Rolex is celebrated for worldwide. The rose gold fluted bezel — one of Rolex's most recognisable design signatures — frames the dial with a serrated ring that both adds visual depth and reinforces the watch's luxury credentials. Fluting on Rolex bezels originated as a functional feature to screw the bezel onto the case, and today it remains an unmistakable hallmark of the Datejust family.

The two-tone Oyster bracelet blends Everose gold centre links with stainless steel outer links, creating a sophisticated interplay of warm and cool tones that complements the meteorite dial beautifully. The Oyster bracelet is renowned for its robustness and comfort, constructed from solid links that lay flat against the wrist and resist the flex and stretch that affect lesser bracelets over time. Together, case and bracelet form a seamlessly integrated whole in the classic Rolex tradition.

For a collector or first-time buyer considering the Lady-Datejust 26, reference 179171-METDO offers something genuinely rare: a watch whose dial material is older than the Earth itself, presented in a package that is simultaneously sporty and dressy, understated and extraordinary. This is the watch that transitions effortlessly from the office to a formal evening, from daily wear to a treasured collection piece. Buying brand new ensures you receive a watch in pristine, unaltered factory condition.

Bizak & Co. offers this brand-new Rolex Lady-Datejust 179171-METDO at a competitive price with the transparency and expertise you expect from a trusted luxury watch dealer. Whether you are buying your first Rolex or adding to an established collection, our team is ready to answer every question and guide you through the purchase. Visit bizakandco.com or reach out directly to buy this stunning reference today.