Rolex Datejust 36 | Two-Tone | Black Concentric Roman Dial | Ref. 16233 | 1994

The Rolex Datejust Ref. 16233 is a classic 1990s two-tone Datejust, combining a 36mm stainless-steel Oyster case with an 18K yellow-gold fluted bezel and matching two-tone Jubilee bracelet. S-serial examples are commonly associated with circa 1994 production, and the reference uses the long-running Rolex Calibre 3135 automatic movement, sapphire crystal, Cyclops date magnifier, and quick-set date functionality.

What makes this particular example stand out is its black concentric Roman numeral dial, which gives the watch a noticeably more modern and sporty appearance than the traditional champagne or stick-dial configurations normally associated with early-1990s 16233s. The concentric texture adds depth to the black dial, while the Roman numerals, yellow-gold hands, fluted bezel, and two-tone bracelet create a strong contrast that makes the watch much more visually distinctive.

Condition

Please review the photos carefully for an accurate representation. Light scratches, bracelet wear, bezel wear, crystal wear, case wear, or other signs of use consistent with age may be present.

Please note that this Ref. 16233 is fitted with a later black concentric Roman numeral dial associated with a newer Datejust generation. The dial is not original to this S-serial 16233 configuration and is being specifically disclosed for complete transparency.

Technical Data

• Reference: 16233

• Model: Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust

• Serial: S Serial

• Approximate Year: Circa 1994

• Case Diameter: 36mm

• Case Material: Stainless Steel & 18K Yellow Gold

• Bezel: 18K Yellow-Gold Fluted Bezel

• Dial: Black Concentric Roman Numeral Dial — Later Configuration

• Crystal: Scratch-Resistant Sapphire Crystal with Cyclops Magnifier

• Date: Quick-Set Date Window at 3 O’Clock

• Crown: Screw-Down Rolex Crown

• Movement: Rolex Calibre 3135

• Movement Type: Automatic / Self-Winding Chronometer

• Jewels: 31

• Frequency: 28,800 vph / 4 Hz

• Power Reserve: Approximately 48 Hours

• Bracelet: Two-Tone Stainless Steel & 18K Yellow-Gold Jubilee Bracelet

• Water Resistance: Originally rated to 100 meters

• Functions: Hours, Minutes, Center Seconds & Quick-Set Date