Datejust 36 16234 - Silver Dial - Fluted White Gold Bezel - NOS with Papers (2001)

A wonderful new-old-stock Rolex Datejust 36 reference 16234 from 2001, featuring the classic silver sunburst dial with applied stick markers and the signature 18k white gold fluted bezel. Sold with original Rolex papers and showing only minimal handling marks from two decades in storage - an exceptional example of the benchmark everyday Rolex.

Details:
- Reference: 16234
- Year: 2001
- Case Size: 36mm, stainless steel with 18k white gold fluted bezel
- Dial: Silver sunburst with applied stick markers
- Movement: Rolex Caliber 3135, automatic, ~48-hour power reserve, chronometer-certified
- Bracelet: Jubilee, stainless steel
- Crystal: Sapphire with Cyclops over date
- Water Resistance: 100 meters

Set Includes:
- Original Rolex papers / warranty certificate (dated 2001, Tai Hong Hung AD)
- Watch only (no box)

Condition:
- Like-new, new-old-stock (9.5/10)
- Only very light handling marks from storage
- Case, bezel and bracelet essentially as-factory with original finish
- Dial pristine, crystal clean
- All functions operating correctly
- An exceptionally well-preserved 16234

The 16234 is widely regarded as one of the sweet-spot Datejust references - the fluted white gold bezel adds a formal touch without the premium of full two-tone, and the 36mm case wears beautifully on almost any wrist. An NOS example with papers is rare to find in this condition.