The Most Recognizable Datejust Dial Alive — Worn at Wimbledon for Nearly Five Decades
The Rolex Datejust has defined the luxury dress-sport watch category since its 1945 debut as the world’s first self-winding wristwatch to display the date automatically in a window on the dial. Over its eight-decade history, the Datejust has worn many dial configurations — but few have achieved the cultural recognition and collector enthusiasm of the “Wimbledon.” The connection between Rolex and the Wimbledon Championships runs deep: Rolex has served as the Official Timekeeper of the world’s oldest and most prestigious tennis tournament since 1978, a partnership spanning nearly five decades. Variants of the Rolex Datejust with the so-called “Wimbledon dial” are the result of Rolex’s long-standing partnership with the famous tournament, featuring dials with green Roman numerals as a tribute to the green courts of the popular tournament. Reference 126334 — the current-generation 41mm Datejust in White Rolesor — is the definitive modern expression of that association, and in its Jubilee bracelet configuration, it is widely regarded as the most complete and most historically resonant way to wear the Wimbledon dial. This 2025 full-set example in new condition represents the most current production of the reference available anywhere on the secondary market.
White Rolesor: 904L Oystersteel and Solid 18k White Gold
Crafted in Oystersteel and finished with an 18k white gold fluted bezel, the 126334 features the signature slate dial with green Roman numerals, a design inspired by Rolex’s long-standing association with Wimbledon. The 41mm Oyster case is constructed from Rolex’s proprietary 904L stainless steel — a high-performance, high-corrosion-resistant alloy delivering a deeper, more reflective polish than the 316L steel used by most competing manufacturers and maintaining its surface integrity across decades of daily wear. The case is made of high-polish finished stainless steel with the exception of the caseback, which is a combination of satin-finished and high-polish stainless steel. The fluted bezel, crown, and crown guards are executed in solid 18k white gold — the White Rolesor pairing that delivers the visual refinement of precious metal across the watch’s most prominent surface without compromising the durability or practicality of the steel case beneath. A screw-down Twinlock crown seals the case to 100 meters of water resistance, and a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with Cyclops magnifying lens sits over the date window at 3 o’clock.
The 18k White Gold Fluted Bezel — A Rolex Signature Since the 1940s
The Rolex fluted bezel is a mark of distinction. Originally, the fluting of the Oyster bezel had a functional purpose: it served to screw the bezel onto the case, helping to ensure the waterproofness of the watch. Over time, the fluting became an aesthetic element, a genuine Rolex signature feature. Today the fluted bezel is a mark of distinction, in gold on this Datejust 41. On the 126334, the fluted bezel is machined from solid 18k white gold — each groove individually finished to catch and refract light with maximum brilliance. The cool, bright tone of white gold harmonizes perfectly with the slate grey and green of the Wimbledon dial below, providing visual continuity and depth that yellow gold or a steel bezel would not achieve against this specific dial palette. The white gold bezel distinguishes the 126334 instantly from the smooth-bezel 126300, communicating both the precious metal investment and the historical Datejust design language at a single glance.
The Slate Sunray “Wimbledon” Dial with Green Roman Numerals
The sunray finish creates delicate light reflections on the dial. It is obtained using masterful brushing techniques that create grooves running outwards from the centre of the dial. Light is diffused consistently along each engraving, creating a characteristic subtle glow that moves depending on the position of the wrist. The result is a dial surface that breathes with light — appearing deeper and more complex as the wrist moves, never presenting as a flat, static surface. The distinctive slate sunburst dial features green Roman numerals, a signature detail inspired by the world of tennis, paired with a Chromalight-filled baton at 9 o’clock for enhanced readability. The date display, magnified by Rolex’s iconic Cyclops lens at 3 o’clock, ensures practicality without compromising its balanced design. The green Roman numerals add a layer of heritage character and visual complexity that index or stick markers cannot replicate — their classical letterform connecting the modern 126334 to the grand tradition of European horology going back centuries, while sitting on a dial that is entirely contemporary in its finishing and precision. The contrast of the slate grey sunray surface against the vibrant green Roman numerals is the defining aesthetic of the Wimbledon dial, and it is a combination that works equally well under boardroom lighting, afternoon sunlight, and candlelight — shifting character with every light source without ever losing its composure.
The Five-Link Jubilee Bracelet — The Wimbledon’s Natural Partner
The five-piece link Jubilee bracelet, originally designed for the Datejust, adds elegance, comfort, and visual fluidity, making this configuration especially appealing for those who favor a more classic, dress-forward profile. The Jubilee bracelet features high-polish finished center links and brush-finished outer links. This interplay of polished and brushed surfaces across the five-link structure creates a nuanced, layered bracelet aesthetic that the three-link Oyster bracelet simply cannot match for formal occasions. The Jubilee bracelet’s fluid, articulated construction drapes naturally across the wrist with a comfort and adaptability that makes it significantly more suited to extended daily wear than the stiffer Oyster, and the five-link scale reads as inherently dressier — connecting the 126334 Wimbledon to the legacy of the earliest Datejusts, which were almost exclusively paired with the Jubilee from their 1945 debut onward. The bracelet closes with the Oysterclasp and Easylink 5mm comfort extension for quick tool-free on-wrist adjustment.
Powered by Caliber 3235 — The Definitive Modern Datejust Movement
Equipped with the exceptional Rolex Caliber 3235, this watch guarantees unrivaled accuracy and reliability. Its self-winding movement ensures precise timekeeping, while the 70-hour power reserve ensures uninterrupted performance even during the busiest of days. The Caliber 3235 is built around the patented Chronergy escapement — machined from nickel-phosphorus for approximately 15% greater energy efficiency and outstanding magnetic field resistance — combined with a blue Parachrom hairspring made from a proprietary zirconium-niobium alloy that is virtually unaffected by temperature fluctuations, shocks, or magnetic interference. Paraflex shock absorbers provide additional structural resilience. The date advances instantaneously at midnight, and stop-seconds allows precise time-setting to the exact second by pulling the crown. The movement carries Rolex’s Superlative Chronometer certification, guaranteeing accuracy of -2/+2 seconds per day after casing — twice as strict as standard COSC chronometer requirements.
Condition & What’s Included
This 2025 example is in new condition, complete with original Rolex box, papers, hang tag, warranty booklet, manual, and all accompanying documentation. Authenticity is fully guaranteed on every watch sold through The Crown Collection Watch, and this listing comes with a 21-day refund policy for complete peace of mind.
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Why This Reference Stands Out
Various Rolex Datejust 126334 editions have performed well financially. The price for an unworn model on Chrono24 is well above Rolex’s MSRP. Prices for the 41mm Datejust 41 Wimbledon start at around $17,700 for the stainless steel version with a fluted white gold bezel (ref. 126334). At $16,000, this 2025 new full-set listing represents one of the most competitively priced examples of the Wimbledon 126334 on the Jubilee bracelet currently available on the secondary market — below the Chrono24 market floor for comparable examples, from a San Francisco-based seller with a 21-day refund policy and authenticity guarantee. The 126334 Wimbledon on Jubilee is the configuration that most completely realizes the Datejust 41’s potential as a dress-sport watch: the white gold fluted bezel and Wimbledon dial provide the formality and heritage character, the Caliber 3235 provides the modern engineering, and the Jubilee bracelet provides the comfort and historical accuracy that make this watch feel like the Datejust as it was always meant to be worn.













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