{"product_id":"rolex-datejust-6827-or-18k-cadran-noir-cannelee-1979","title":"Rolex Datejust 6827 18k Gold — Black Dial Fluted Bezel (1979) ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRolex Datejust 18k Yellow Gold: the black-dial chronometer watch with fluted bezel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Rolex watch is an \u003cstrong\u003eOyster Perpetual Datejust\u003c\/strong\u003e, reference 6827, in \u003cstrong\u003esolid 18-carat yellow gold\u003c\/strong\u003e, in its midsize 31mm format. Dated 1979, it belongs to one of the most emblematic lineages in watchmaking: the Datejust, born in 1945, the first self-winding wristwatch to display the date in an aperture. Unisex, it suits both a man and a woman. Its gold Oyster case, with \u003cstrong\u003escrew-down crown and case back\u003c\/strong\u003e, is framed by the famous Rolex \u003cstrong\u003efluted bezel\u003c\/strong\u003e. It measures 31mm (33.4mm with the crown) for a Lug-to-lug of 36.5mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe deep \u003cstrong\u003eblack dial\u003c\/strong\u003e is of understated, timeless elegance. Applied gilt baton hour markers, topped with a luminous dot, rhythm the outer ring beneath the Rolex crown, the OYSTER PERPETUAL DATEJUST signatures and the SUPERLATIVE CHRONOMETER OFFICIALLY CERTIFIED mention. The \u003cstrong\u003e“T Swiss Made T”\u003c\/strong\u003e mention at the bottom of the dial attests to the use of tritium, a hallmark of Rolex watches from this era. The date window at 3 o’clock is topped by the characteristic \u003cstrong\u003ecyclops magnifier\u003c\/strong\u003e. The gilt hands with luminous inserts complete the ensemble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt its heart beats the \u003cstrong\u003eRolex caliber 2030\u003c\/strong\u003e, a manufacture automatic movement with 28 jewels, a \u003cstrong\u003eCOSC-certified chronometer\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is one of the first quickset Rolex date movements, offering approximately 42 hours of power reserve and renowned for its robustness. The movement of this example has been serviced by our watchmaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the wrist, the piece quietly asserts the \u003cstrong\u003estatus of the Datejust\u003c\/strong\u003e: that of a universal dress watch, worn across generations and on any occasion. Solid yellow gold, the black dial and the fluted bezel compose an ensemble of striking presence, here enhanced by a black \u003cstrong\u003ecrocodile-style leather\u003c\/strong\u003e strap, secured by an \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal 18k yellow gold Rolex Buckle\u003c\/strong\u003e. The Lug width of 17mm leaves the choice of replacement straps open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree points to note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe case, crown and Buckle are in solid 18-carat yellow gold: this is an all-gold Rolex, not a two-tone or plated version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe black dial with baton hour markers is an original Rolex dial, without diamonds: a sober and highly sought-after configuration for this reference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe caliber 2030 is a COSC-certified quickset chronometer: a manufacture movement renowned for its reliability, here serviced and guaranteed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-rolex-vintage\"\u003eDiscover our vintage Rolex watches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-vintage-plus-2000\"\u003eSee our vintage watches over €2000\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rolex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oyster Perpetual Datejust, midsize 31mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6827\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerial number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5960xxx\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1978-1979\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Switzerland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGender:\u003c\/strong\u003e Men's and women's watch (Unisex)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Automatic, Rolex manufacture caliber 2030, 28 jewels, COSC-certified chronometer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower reserve:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 42 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hours, minutes, seconds, quickset date at 3 o'clock\u003c\/li\u003e \n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase :\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-karat yellow gold, round Oyster case, screwed case back and crown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBezel :\u003c\/strong\u003e Fluted, 18-karat yellow gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions :\u003c\/strong\u003e 31mm (33.4mm with the crown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorn to horn :\u003c\/strong\u003e 36.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness :\u003c\/strong\u003e To be confirmed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug width :\u003c\/strong\u003e 17mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrown :\u003c\/strong\u003e 18k yellow gold, screwed, signed Rolex, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial :\u003c\/strong\u003e Black, applied gold-tone baton indexes with luminous insert, « T Swiss Made T », original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands :\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold-tone with luminous insert, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal :\u003c\/strong\u003e Plexi with cyclops magnifier, very good condition (8\/10)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet :\u003c\/strong\u003e Black crocodile-style leather, non-original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle :\u003c\/strong\u003e 18k yellow gold, signed Rolex, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition and warranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall condition :\u003c\/strong\u003e Very fine state of preservation. Impeccable original black dial, crisp indexes and hands, date window in working order. Case and gold bezel with fine traces of use consistent with the age of the piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater resistance :\u003c\/strong\u003e Not guaranteed (vintage watch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthenticity :\u003c\/strong\u003e Lifetime guarantee (authentic Rolex watch, original dial)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement :\u003c\/strong\u003e Serviced automatic movement, one-year warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded :\u003c\/strong\u003e Atelier Victor invoice, protective case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot included :\u003c\/strong\u003e Original box and papers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Rolex Datejust 6827?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 6827 reference is the Datejust in its 31mm midsize format, produced in the late 1970s and early 1980s. This example is in solid 18-karat yellow gold, with a fluted bezel. The Datejust, born in 1945, was the first automatic wristwatch to display the date in a window: it is one of the most iconic and universally coveted dress watches ever produced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the dial feature diamonds?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. This is an original Rolex dial with applied gold-tone baton indexes, without diamonds. This understated black-dial configuration is highly sought after for its discreet elegance and timeless appeal. The dial is authentic and has not been altered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich movement powers this Datejust?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Rolex calibre 2030, a 28-jewel in-house automatic movement, COSC-certified chronometer. It is one of the first Rolex calibres to offer a quickset date, with approximately 42 hours of power reserve. Renowned for its robustness, it has been serviced by our watchmaker and is guaranteed for one year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow can the exact production year be determined?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe year is determined thanks to the serial number engraved between the lugs at 6 o’clock, beneath the bracelet. On Datejust models from this period, this number makes it possible to pinpoint the year of manufacture precisely. We estimate this piece to date from 1978-1979, a dating corroborated by the presence of tritium and the mention « T Swiss Made T » on the dial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this watch suitable for a man or a woman?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a women’s watch Unisex. Its 31mm midsize case is a versatile format, worn equally by women and by men with slim to medium wrists. Its solid yellow gold and black dial make it an elegant dress piece for any occasion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Rolex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54326942794065,"sku":"6827 5960271","price":7192.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8576\/2597\/files\/VD_05140.jpg?v=1785849212","url":"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/en\/products\/vintage-rolex-datejust-watch-6827-18k-gold-fluted-black-dial-1979","provider":"Atelier Victor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}