Rolex Datejust 69174

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About the Rolex Datejust 69174

The Rolex Datejust 69174 is the 26mm Lady-Datejust in stainless steel with an 18k white gold fluted bezel, powered by the Caliber 2135 movement and produced from approximately the mid-1980s through the late 1990s. It is the White Rolesor counterpart to the Yellow Rolesor 69173 of the same generation, and one of the most accessible vintage entry points into the Lady-Datejust line because the white gold fluted bezel reads as predominantly stainless steel on the wrist. At WatchGuys, we carry pre-owned Rolex Datejust 69174 watches across a wide range of factory dial configurations, including silver, white, black, blue, champagne, mother of pearl, and diamond hour marker variants on both the Jubilee and Oyster bracelets.

Rolex Datejust 69174 Specifications and Configurations

The 69174 is built around a 26mm Oyster case in stainless steel, 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 2135, a self-winding chronometer-certified movement with quickset date and approximately 42 hours of power reserve. The Caliber 2135 was the workhorse Lady-Datejust movement across the entire 69-series, including the 69173, 69174, 69178, and 69159, and was eventually replaced by the Caliber 2235 in the later 179-series. Buyers choose between the Rolex Jubilee bracelet (five link, the traditional Datejust pairing) and the Rolex Oyster bracelet (three link, sportier). For broader 26mm Lady-Datejust context across all metals and bezels, browse our 26mm Rolex collection and the full Rolex Datejust collection.

Rolex Datejust 69174 Price

Pre-owned Rolex Datejust 69174 prices typically range from approximately $3,500 to $6,000 depending on dial, bracelet, condition, and completeness of box and papers. Standard silver and white index dials on either bracelet sit at the lower end of the range. Less common dials like blue Roman, black, and champagne trade in the middle of the range. Mother of pearl dials, factory diamond hour marker variants, and pristine examples with full sets command the top of the range. The 69174 typically trades at a slight discount to the Yellow Rolesor 69173 because less precious metal is visible on the bracelet center links and crown, which makes it a smart pick for buyers who want the fluted bezel detail without the full two-tone look. For factory diamond hour marker variants across the wider Datejust catalog, browse our Rolex Datejust diamond collection.

Rolex Datejust 69174 vs 69173: White Bezel vs Yellow Bezel

The 69174 and the Rolex Datejust 69173 are direct same-generation sister references, identical in nearly every respect except the bezel metal and bracelet construction. Both are 26mm Lady-Datejusts built on the stainless steel Oyster case, powered by the Caliber 2135 with quickset date, finished with a sapphire crystal, and offered on the Jubilee or Oyster bracelet. The 69174 carries the 18k white gold fluted bezel and an all-steel bracelet, keeping the overall appearance close to monochromatic stainless steel. The 69173 carries the 18k yellow gold fluted bezel with matching yellow gold center bracelet links and crown, giving the watch the warm two-tone Yellow Rolesor presence. The 69174 typically trades at a slight discount to the 69173 and is the better pick for buyers who want a more subtle Datejust silhouette. For the solid 18k yellow gold sister on the President bracelet, see the Rolex Datejust 69178 collection.

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When you shop for a pre-owned Rolex Datejust 69174 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 five-digit Lady-Datejust references like the 69174.

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Rolex Datejust 69174 FAQ

• What is the Rolex Datejust 69174?

  The Rolex Datejust 69174 is the 26mm Lady-Datejust in stainless steel with an 18k white gold fluted bezel, powered by the Caliber 2135 movement with quickset date and finished with a sapphire crystal. It was produced from approximately the mid-1980s through the late 1990s and is the White Rolesor counterpart to the Yellow Rolesor 69173 of the same generation. The fluted white gold bezel keeps the overall appearance close to monochromatic stainless steel on the wrist.

• How much does a Rolex Datejust 69174 cost?

  Pre-owned Rolex Datejust 69174 prices typically range from approximately $3,500 to $6,000 depending on the dial, bracelet, condition, and completeness of box and papers. Standard silver and white index dials sit at the lower end. Less common dials like blue Roman, black, and champagne trade in the middle of the range. Mother of pearl dials, factory diamond hour marker variants, and pristine examples with full sets command the top of the range.

• What movement is in the Rolex Datejust 69174?

  The Rolex Datejust 69174 is powered by the Rolex Caliber 2135, a self-winding mechanical movement with quickset date and approximately 42 hours of power reserve. It is COSC certified and meets Rolex's Superlative Chronometer standard. The Caliber 2135 was the workhorse Lady-Datejust movement across the entire 69-series, including the 69173, 69178, and 69159, and was eventually replaced by the Caliber 2235 in the later 179-series.

• Rolex Datejust 69174 vs 69173: what is the difference?

  The 69174 and the 69173 are direct same-generation sister references, identical in nearly every respect except the bezel metal and bracelet construction. Both are 26mm Lady-Datejusts on the stainless steel Oyster case, powered by the Caliber 2135 with quickset date, finished with a sapphire crystal, and offered on the Jubilee or Oyster bracelet. The 69174 carries the 18k white gold fluted bezel and an all-steel bracelet (White Rolesor). The 69173 carries the 18k yellow gold fluted bezel with matching yellow gold center bracelet links and crown (Yellow Rolesor). The 69174 typically trades at a slight discount.

• Is the Rolex Datejust 69174 stainless steel or gold?

  The Rolex Datejust 69174 case and bracelet are stainless steel. The only precious metal on the watch is the 18k white gold fluted bezel, which Rolex sources from its in-house foundry and uses across the White Rolesor configuration of multiple Datejust generations. The bracelet center links are stainless steel (not white gold), which distinguishes the 69174 from solid gold or Yellow Rolesor sisters and keeps the visual presence predominantly steel.

• What bracelet does the Rolex Datejust 69174 come on?

  The Rolex Datejust 69174 was offered on either the Rolex Jubilee bracelet (five link, the traditional dressier Datejust pairing) or the Rolex Oyster bracelet (three link, more sport-oriented). Both bracelets are crafted entirely in stainless steel with no precious metal accents. The Jubilee is the more common configuration for the 69174 and matches the traditional Datejust silhouette, while the Oyster gives the watch a slightly more casual everyday character.

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