Rolex Datejust 68243

Reference 68243 is the engine-turned bezel model from the 31mm ‘Mid-Size’ Datejust 68xxx series, produced from the early 1980s to the late 1990s. The technical specification ‘Yellow Rolesor’ (3) denotes a bi-metal construction, combining a stainless steel case with an 18k yellow gold winding crown and bracelet center links. The 24 in the reference specifies a finely engine-turned bezel in 18k yellow gold. It is powered by the Rolex Caliber 2135. A key technical variant is the crystal, which transitioned from acrylic to sapphire in the later years of production.