Rolex Lady-Datejust 26 179173-WHTRJ White Roman Fluted Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Jubilee

The Rolex Lady-Datejust is one of the most enduring icons in watchmaking history, introduced as the first self-winding waterproof wristwatch with an automatically changing date to be designed specifically for women. Since its debut the Lady-Datejust has remained the definitive expression of understated luxury in a compact format, worn by generations of women who prize precision craftsmanship and timeless style in equal measure. Reference 179173-WHTRJ sits squarely in this tradition, presenting the beloved 26mm case size that has defined the line for decades.

The 26mm case of this reference is crafted from Oystersteel, Rolex's proprietary 904L stainless steel alloy prized for its exceptional corrosion resistance and mirror-bright polish retention. The Oyster case architecture — with its characteristic middle case, screw-down crown, and soldered lugs — delivers the structural integrity that Rolex collectors expect, housing the movement securely while projecting a silhouette refined enough for formal occasions and confident enough for everyday wear.

At the heart of the dial presentation is a crisp white face set with Roman numeral hour markers, a detail that speaks directly to classical watchmaking heritage and lends the dial an open, readable quality. Roman numerals have long been associated with dress watches of the highest order, and on the 179173-WHTRJ they are rendered with the precision and proportion Rolex demands across every component. The overall dial composition is clean, luminous, and unmistakably feminine without being ornate.

The yellow gold fluted bezel is one of the most recognizable design signatures in the entire Rolex catalog. Originally conceived to serve a technical function in the early Oyster cases, the fluted bezel evolved into a pure aesthetic element and today signals membership in the Datejust's most storied configuration. Here it is executed in 18k yellow gold, creating a warm tonal contrast against the Oystersteel case and echoing the gold elements woven through the Jubilee bracelet below. The five-piece-link Jubilee bracelet — another Rolex invention, introduced alongside the original Datejust in 1945 — combines yellow gold center links with Oystersteel outer links for a two-tone Rolesor finish that is supple, elegant, and completely distinctive on the wrist.

For collectors and first-time buyers alike, the Lady-Datejust 179173-WHTRJ represents exceptional value in the pre-owned and certified luxury watch market. Its two-tone Rolesor configuration, white Roman dial, and 26mm proportions place it among the most sought-after Lady-Datejust references for buyers who want an authentic Rolex that transitions effortlessly from boardroom to black-tie. At Bizak and Co. we curate every Rolex listing with the care and expertise our clients deserve. Contact our team today to confirm availability, discuss condition details, and buy the 179173-WHTRJ online with confidence at bizakandco.com.