The Rolex Datejust is one of the most iconic luxury watches ever created, but certain dial combinations elevate a reference from classic to highly collectible. This Datejust 26 with a White Mother-of-Pearl dial and 10 diamond hour markers represents one of Rolex’s most elegant and sought-after ladies’ configurations—where natural materials, precious metals, and timeless watchmaking come together in a piece that remains as desirable today as when it first left the boutique.
This example features the coveted combination of an original White Mother-of-Pearl dial with 10 factory diamond hour markers, paired with Rolex’s signature 18K solid white gold fluted bezel. Unlike standard dials, mother-of-pearl offers unique iridescence that shifts beautifully under different lighting conditions, ensuring no two pieces appear exactly alike. Produced during the F-series era (2003–2004), it belongs to one of the final generations of the traditional 26mm Datejust, a size that Rolex has since discontinued. Complete with its original box and tag, this watch appeals to collectors seeking a classic five-digit Datejust with a rarer dial execution and enduring elegance.
Among vintage and neo-vintage Datejusts, dial rarity often drives collectibility more than the reference itself. The combination of an original Mother-of-Pearl dial and factory diamond markers places this watch in a noticeably more desirable category than standard configurations. Add the discontinued 26mm case and white gold bezel, and you have a Rolex that feels increasingly difficult to replicate at today's replacement costs. This is the type of Datejust collectors tend to keep once acquired.
Product Info
Model: Rolex Datejust 26
Reference: Five-digit Datejust (F-Series)
Material: Stainless steel case & Jubilee bracelet with 18K solid white gold fluted bezel
Movement: Automatic
Dial: Original White Mother-of-Pearl dial with 10 diamond hour markers
Size: 26mm (discontinued Rolex ladies size)
Bracelet: Steel Jubilee bracelet
Production Era: F-Series (circa 2003–2004)
Condition: Excellent preloved condition
Set: Comes with original box & tag
Retail Status: Discontinued size and configuration
Collector Notes: Rare original MOP diamond dial paired with white gold bezel; highly desirable classic Rolex ladies configuration
