Rolex Lady-Datejust 26 179313-WHTSJ White Index Fluted Diamond Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Jubilee

The Rolex Lady-Datejust is one of the most enduring icons in watchmaking history, introduced by Rolex as the first self-winding waterproof wristwatch designed specifically for women. Since its debut, the Lady-Datejust has stood as the definitive expression of refined elegance, combining the proven mechanical sophistication of the Datejust lineage with proportions and decorative details tailored for a smaller wrist. The 26mm case size, long associated with the Lady-Datejust family, delivers that unmistakable Rolex presence in a form that wears gracefully and discreetly.

Reference 179313-WHTSJ represents the Lady-Datejust at its most glamorous. The 26mm Oyster case is crafted in stainless steel, providing robust everyday durability, while the crown, bezel, and bracelet center links are rendered in 18k yellow gold — a construction Rolex calls Rolesor. The fluted bezel is set with diamonds rather than left as plain fluting, transforming a signature Rolex design element into a sparkling frame that draws the eye immediately. This diamond-set fluted bezel is a hallmark of Rolex's high-jewelry sensibility applied to one of its most recognizable silhouettes.

The dial of the 179313-WHTSJ is white and fitted with factory diamond hour indices — stones applied directly by Rolex at the time of manufacture, which is critically important for collectors and buyers alike. Factory diamonds carry a premium over aftermarket stone-setting because they are covered under the original Rolex quality standards and keep the watch in true manufacturer specification. The combination of a white dial, diamond indices, and diamond-set bezel creates layers of sparkle that catch the light from multiple angles, making this reference equally suited to a formal gala or an elegant afternoon.

Powering the Lady-Datejust 26 is a Rolex automatic movement, a self-winding caliber that winds itself through the motion of the wearer's wrist. Rolex movements are manufactured entirely in-house and are certified as chronometers by the Official Swiss Chronometer Testing Institute (COSC), guaranteeing accuracy and reliability that goes well beyond industry standards. The date function — displayed through the iconic magnifying Cyclops lens on the crystal — remains one of the most practical and instantly recognizable complications in fine watchmaking.

The Jubilee bracelet on this reference is two-tone, alternating yellow gold center links with stainless steel outer links in the five-piece Jubilee configuration that Rolex created specifically to accompany the Datejust at its 1945 launch. The Jubilee is widely admired for its supple, almost fabric-like drape on the wrist and its distinctive dressy character that complements the diamond and gold details of this reference perfectly. Together, the case, dial, bezel, and bracelet form a cohesive statement of luxury that is immediately recognizable as a Rolex.

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