Rolex Datejust 179174

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About the Rolex Datejust 179174

The Rolex Datejust 179174 is the final-generation six-digit 26mm Lady-Datejust in stainless steel with an 18k white gold fluted bezel and Jubilee bracelet, powered by the Caliber 2235 movement. Produced from approximately 2006 through the mid-2010s, the 179174 is the direct successor to the five-digit 79174 and the newest pre-owned Lady-Datejust in the steel and white gold bezel configuration. It was eventually retired when Rolex replaced the entire 26mm size with the current 28mm Lady-Datejust 279xxx series in 2015. As a White Rolesor lite construction (Oystersteel case and bracelet paired with an 18k white gold bezel), the 179174 offers the elegant brightness of white gold on the bezel without the price premium of a full White Rolesor or solid gold reference. At WatchGuys, we carry pre-owned Rolex Datejust 179174 watches across a wide range of factory dial configurations including white, black, blue, silver, pink, mother of pearl, and diamond hour marker variants.

Rolex Datejust 179174 Specifications and Configurations

The 179174 is built around a 26mm Oyster case in stainless steel paired with an 18k white gold fluted bezel, a screw down Twinlock crown, scratch resistant sapphire crystal with Cyclops lens, and 100 meters of water resistance. Inside is the Rolex Caliber 2235, a self-winding chronometer-certified movement with quickset date and approximately 48 hours of power reserve. The Caliber 2235 is the same workhorse movement used in the late-production 79174 predecessor and is widely regarded as a reliable and serviceable Lady-Datejust caliber. The 179174 is typically fitted on the Rolex Jubilee bracelet in stainless steel (the dressier five-link design and the traditional Lady-Datejust pairing), secured by a concealed Crownclasp. The six-digit construction brought small modernizations over the five-digit 79174, including the engraved Rolex inner bezel ring (ROLEX repeated text on the rehaut) on later examples, random alphanumeric serial numbers, and the no-lug-holes case construction that became standard at this generation. For broader Lady-Datejust context across all generations, browse our 26mm Rolex collection and the full Rolex Datejust collection.

Rolex Datejust 179174 Price

Pre-owned Rolex Datejust 179174 prices typically range from approximately $6,000 to $10,000 depending on dial, condition, year of production, and completeness of box and papers. Standard silver, white, and black dial examples on the Jubilee bracelet sit at the lower end of the range. Less common dials like blue, slate, and pink trade in the middle of the range. Factory silver diamond hour marker variants, mother-of-pearl dials in pink, black, and white, and full-set examples with original box and papers command the top of the range. As a discontinued reference with steady collector demand, the 179174 has appreciated meaningfully on the secondary market in recent years and consistently outperforms the broader Rolex Datejust market in long-term price tracking. The 179174 typically trades at a modest premium to the five-digit 79174 predecessor because of the newer construction and the limited remaining unworn inventory. For broader context across the wider Lady-Datejust catalog, browse our women's Rolex collection.

Rolex Datejust 179174 vs 79174: Six-Digit vs Five-Digit Lady-Datejust

The 179174 and the Rolex Datejust 79174 are direct successor and predecessor in the steel and white gold bezel Lady-Datejust line, sharing the same 26mm Oyster case, 18k white gold fluted bezel, sapphire crystal, Jubilee bracelet, and Caliber 2235 movement (on post-2001 79174 examples). The differences are subtle but meaningful to authenticators. The 179174 carries the six-digit reference numbering scheme Rolex adopted around 2006, the random alphanumeric serial number format (versus the letter-prefix serials on earlier 79174 examples), the engraved ROLEX rehaut on later examples, and a fully no-lug-holes case construction throughout the production run. From across the room both watches are nearly identical. On the wrist, both wear identically. The 179174 typically trades at a modest premium ($6,000 to $10,000 vs $3,500 to $6,500 for the 79174) because of the newer construction and shorter time on the secondary market. Buyers choose the 179174 for the slightly newer construction and the limited remaining unworn inventory. Buyers choose the 79174 for the proven Caliber 2235 movement at a meaningfully lower price point. For the same-generation Yellow Rolesor sister, see the Rolex Datejust 179173. For the solid 18k yellow gold sibling on a President bracelet, see the Rolex Datejust 179178.

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When you shop for a pre-owned Rolex Datejust 179174 for sale at WatchGuys, every piece is authenticated by our in-house watchmakers, priced against live secondary market data, and backed by a comprehensive set of buyer protections. We have spent over three decades focused on pre-owned Rolex, with deep expertise in the discontinued 26mm Lady-Datejust references and the case, bezel, dial, and bracelet authentication nuances that matter on this specific line.

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Rolex Datejust 179174 FAQ

• What is the Rolex Datejust 179174?

  The Rolex Datejust 179174 is the final-generation six-digit 26mm Lady-Datejust in stainless steel with an 18k white gold fluted bezel and Jubilee bracelet, powered by the Caliber 2235 movement. Produced from approximately 2006 through the mid-2010s, it is the direct successor to the five-digit 79174 and the newest pre-owned Lady-Datejust in the steel and white gold bezel configuration. The 179174 was eventually retired when Rolex replaced the entire 26mm size with the current 28mm Lady-Datejust 279xxx series in 2015.

• How much does a Rolex Datejust 179174 cost?

  Pre-owned Rolex Datejust 179174 prices typically range from approximately $6,000 to $10,000 depending on the dial, condition, year of production, and completeness of box and papers. Standard silver, white, and black dial examples on the Jubilee bracelet sit at the lower end. Less common dials like blue, slate, and pink trade in the middle of the range. Factory silver diamond hour marker variants, mother-of-pearl dials, and full-set examples command the top of the range. As a discontinued reference, the 179174 has appreciated meaningfully on the secondary market in recent years and consistently outperforms the broader Rolex Datejust market in long-term price tracking.

• What movement is in the Rolex Datejust 179174?

  The Rolex Datejust 179174 is powered by the Rolex Caliber 2235, a self-winding chronometer-certified movement with quickset date and approximately 48 hours of power reserve. The Caliber 2235 is the same workhorse movement used in the late-production 79174 predecessor and is widely regarded as a reliable and serviceable Lady-Datejust caliber. It meets Rolex's Superlative Chronometer standard. The Caliber 2235 was eventually replaced by the modern Caliber 2236 with Syloxi silicon hairspring in the current 28mm Lady-Datejust 279xxx generation that succeeded the 179174.

• Rolex Datejust 179174 vs 79174: what is the difference?

  The 179174 and the 79174 are direct successor and predecessor in the steel and white gold bezel Lady-Datejust line, sharing the same 26mm Oyster case, 18k white gold fluted bezel, sapphire crystal, Jubilee bracelet, and Caliber 2235 movement (on post-2001 79174 examples). The 179174 carries the six-digit reference numbering Rolex adopted around 2006, random alphanumeric serial numbers, the engraved ROLEX rehaut on later examples, and a fully no-lug-holes case construction. The 179174 typically trades at a modest premium ($6,000 to $10,000 vs $3,500 to $6,500 for the 79174) because of the newer construction and shorter time on the secondary market.

• When was the Rolex Datejust 179174 produced?

  The Rolex Datejust 179174 was produced from approximately 2006 through the mid-2010s, when Rolex retired the entire 26mm Lady-Datejust line and replaced it with the current 28mm Lady-Datejust 279xxx series in 2015. Production year on a specific 179174 can be estimated using the random alphanumeric serial number engraved on the inner case at the 6 o'clock position (visible when the bracelet is removed). The 179174 typically does not carry the older letter-prefix serial format that earlier 79174 and 69174 examples used.

• Is the Rolex Datejust 179174 a women's watch?

  Yes. The Rolex Datejust 179174 is part of the Rolex Lady-Datejust line, the 26mm case size that Rolex produced specifically for the women's Datejust collection from the late 1950s through the mid-2010s. The 26mm size was eventually replaced by the current 28mm Lady-Datejust 279xxx series in 2015. The 179174 is the newest pre-owned Lady-Datejust in the steel and white gold bezel configuration, and it is one of the most desirable references for buyers who want a contemporary, discontinued Lady-Datejust at the smaller 26mm proportion. For buyers who prefer the current 28mm size, see our 28mm Rolex collection.

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