Rolex Yellow Gold Lady-Datejust 26 Watch - Fluted Bezel - Champagne Diamond Dial - President Bracelet - 179178 chdp

Among the most coveted configurations in Rolex's Lady-Datejust lineage, the 179178 with its champagne diamond dial and yellow gold construction represents the pinnacle of the 26mm series before its discontinuation. This particular reference earned recognition among collectors for pairing the brand's signature fluted bezel with the prestigious President bracelet, creating a harmonious all-gold aesthetic that defined luxury sports watches of the early 2000s. The champagne dial variant, distinguished by its diamond hour markers, commands particular attention in today's market as enthusiasts increasingly seek these smaller-case Datejust models. Finding an unworn example of the Rolex Datejust 179178 has become increasingly rare, making pristine specimens highly sought after by discerning collectors.

Key Features & Specifications

• 26mm Yellow Gold Case — Classic proportions in solid 18k yellow gold with polished finish, representing the traditional Lady-Datejust sizing before the shift to larger cases
• Champagne Diamond Dial — Sunray-finished champagne surface with ten diamond hour markers and applied gold indices at 3, 6, and 9 o'clock positions
• Fluted Bezel — Rolex's signature fluted bezel in matching 18k yellow gold, featuring the brand's distinctive coin-edge pattern that catches light from every angle
• President Bracelet — Three-piece link construction in solid yellow gold with hidden Crownclasp, originally developed for the Day-Date collection
• Reference 179178 Movement — Self-winding mechanical movement with date function and instantaneous date change at midnight
• Unworn Condition — Complete with all original protective stickers and documentation, preserving the factory-fresh state of this discontinued reference

About This Timepiece

• Bracelet Sizing — Complimentary bracelet sizing included with every purchase. Contact us with your wrist measurement and we'll have it ready before shipping.
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• Warranty — New model watches include a 1-year mechanical warranty covering manufacturing defects. All watches include our confidence guarantee.
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