Rolex 16013 Datejust Watches

Rolex 16013 Price

Prices for a Rolex 16013 Datejust in our collection have ranged from about $7,169 to $9,899, depending on the dial variant, bracelet and overall condition of the timepiece. Two-tone champagne and silver index dials sit at the accessible end of that range, while linen, Wimbledon, diamond-set and mother-of-pearl dials command the most.

Rolex 16013 Serial Numbers & Production Years

The Rolex 16013 was produced from 1977 to 1988. Rolex has never published an official dating chart, so the ranges below are the industry-standard approximations used by dealers and collectors — treat them as accurate to within roughly a year. On a 16013 the serial number is engraved on the case side between the lugs at 6 o’clock, hidden beneath the bracelet; it is not on the rehaut, which Rolex only began engraving in the mid-2000s.

Year	Approximate serial range	Notes
1977	5,008,000 – 5,482,000	First production year; replaces the ref. 1601
1978	5,482,000 – 5,952,000
1979	5,952,000 – 6,434,000
1980	6,434,000 – 6,594,000
1981	6,594,000 – 7,129,000
1982	7,129,000 – 7,862,000
1983	7,862,000 – 8,338,000
1984	8,338,000 – 8,614,000
1985	8,614,000 – 9,290,000
1986	9,290,000 – 9,760,000
1987	9,760,000 – 9,999,999, then R000,001+	Serial format switches to an “R” letter prefix mid-year
1988	R prefix (R000,001 onward)	Final production year; succeeded by the ref. 16233

Serial numbers date the case, not necessarily the completed watch — Rolex stocked cases before assembly, so a watch can leave the factory in the year after its serial range. Original papers or a punched dial code remain the only definitive confirmation.

FAQ

What year is a 16013 Rolex?

The Rolex 16013 was produced from 1977 to 1988, replacing the reference 1601. To date an individual watch, match the serial number engraved between the lugs against the production-year table above.

How do I find the production year of my Rolex 16013?

Remove the bracelet and read the serial engraved on the case side between the lugs at 6 o’clock, then match it to the year table above. Serials from 1977 to mid-1987 are numeric; from mid-1987 onward they carry an “R” letter prefix. Dealer dating charts are accurate to within about a year, so original papers or a punched dial code are the only definitive confirmation.

How much is a Rolex 16013 worth?

Prices in our collection have ranged from about $7,169 to $9,899. Value depends mainly on dial variant, bracelet type and overall condition — champagne and silver index dials are the most accessible, while linen, Wimbledon, diamond-set and mother-of-pearl dials carry a premium.

What movement does the Rolex 16013 use?

The Rolex 16013 runs the automatic Caliber 3035, a 28,800 vph movement that introduced the quickset date, letting you advance the date independently of the hands. It replaced the Caliber 1570/1575 used in the earlier reference 1601.

Is the Rolex 16013 a good watch?

Yes. The Rolex 16013 is a reliable, collectible vintage Datejust featuring a quickset movement, iconic two-tone design, and strong long-term value.

What is the difference between the Rolex 16013 and the 16014?

They are the same 36mm Datejust with a different bezel metal. The 16013 is two-tone: a stainless steel case with an 18k yellow gold fluted bezel. The 16014 is all stainless steel with a fluted white gold bezel. Both run the Caliber 3035 and share the same case and bracelet options.

What is the difference between 16013 and 16233?

The 16013 uses the Caliber 3035 with an acrylic crystal, while the 16233 features the newer Caliber 3135 with a sapphire crystal and improved bracelet design.

How much gold is in a Rolex 16013?

The Rolex 16013 contains 18k yellow gold in the fluted bezel and center links of the Jubilee or Oyster bracelet — roughly 5–6 grams total, depending on the configuration.

Related Rolex Models

• Rolex Datejust 16014