The vivid turquoise dial, each example uniquely patterned by nature, stands among the rarest materials ever used by Rolex, making this piece both a work of art and a statement of exclusivity. 

Produced in the 1990s, the Ref. 69178 marked a period when Rolex experimented with hard-stone dials in extremely limited numbers. Turquoise, in particular, was used sparingly due to its delicate structure and the difficulty of cutting it to exact tolerances. As a result, authentic turquoise dials are exceedingly rare, far less common than Tigers eye, onyx, or malachite counterparts.

Set within the warmth of 18k yellow gold, the turquoise dial brings a bold yet elegant contrast that embodies the sophistication of late-20th-century design. Today, surviving examples of turquoise-dial Datejusts are among the most collectible stone-dial watches in the entire Rolex catalog- prized for their rarity, vibrancy, and unmistakable individuality.