The Birth of an Icon - The Very First Datejust.

The reference that started it all. Introduced in 1945 to mark Rolex’s 40th anniversary, the ref. 4467 was the world’s first automatic chronometer wristwatch with a date function - a technical and aesthetic breakthrough that would define the modern wristwatch.

Our beautifully preserved example, in solid 18ct yellow gold, features the rare early 'Millerighe' bezel which went on to define the Datejust, and pre-cyclops plexiglas. The warm opaline dial with applied gold hour markers, radiates the unmistakable charm of early postwar Rolex design, topped off with the iconic roulette red & black date.

Powered by the pioneering self-winding calibre A295, housed within the robust solid gold Oyster case with bubbleback profile, this historic reference remains the cornerstone of Rolex’s legacy of innovation.

An extraordinarily rare opportunity to own one of the most important references in Rolex history - the original Datejust.