Sold with its original authentication papers & in its box, this beautiful blue faced timepiece is presented on a classic Rolex Jubilee bracelet made from stainless steel & 18 carat gold. The iconic bracelet was designed specifically for the Date Just watch, launched in 1945 to celebrate Rolex's 40th anniversary. The design showed Rolex taking ownership of their bracelets, which had initially been made by Gay Freres for them & other watch manufacturers in the early days of the move away from leather straps to improve durability & water resistance. Although function & attention to detail has always been the overriding consideration for this front running luxury watch maker the Jubilee strap is flattering to both the watch & the wearer & was always intended to present a dress watch.