To own a President is to claim a true distinction. And their jewel-encrusted Crown Collection watches comprise the company's ultra-luxury offerings.

Today offering showcases this stunning and rare Crown Collection ref. 79068 President with diamond and ruby bezel and mother of pearl and ruby dial. It is 100% original Rolex down to the crystal and gold springbars and presents in beautiful condition. We have heard that Rolex made this rare model from 1999 until 2008.

This watch is a "K" serial made c. 2001.

It is in beautiful condition. Its original newer style fully solid link President bracelet is scratch-free with light stretch.

It is truly stunning! Our photos couldn't quite capture just how stunning the gems and look in person and the deep lustre of the mother of pearl.

Our Master Jeweler has just polished and detailed the watch. Our Master Watchmaker has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn components, reassembling and lubricating the movement, replacing all of the waterproofing seals with new Rolex gaskets, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $495 value).

We have timed it on a state-of-the-art computerized system, and it continues to run very true.

Accompanying it is its original box.

Included with the purchase is a new two-year warranty on the movement and its function and a new timing certificate attesting to its performance.

For a complete description of lady Datejust Presidents many features, please visit the following page on the official Rolex website - Lady Datejust President.

Rolex President:
For many watch connoisseurs, the special Rolex featured in today's offering needs no introduction... Nicknamed "The President" after Rolex gave an example of the gent's model to Dwight Eisenhower, it remains the company's flagship model and is the most recognizable elite, luxury watch in the world.

Examples can be found adorning prominent wrists around Hollywood (Jennifer Garner wears an 18K yellow gold ladies President and Angelina Jolie, Gwenneth Paltrow, and Halle Berry all wear ladies Rolexes, to name just a few) and in boardrooms and offices around the world.

• Country of origin: Switzerland
• Maker: Rolex
• Model: Ref. 79068, Lady President
• Serial no.: K552247
• Year made: c. 2001
• Functions: Hours, Minutes, Date, Waterproof, Quick-set, Sweep Seconds
• Designed for: Ladies
• Case material: 18K gold
• Dimensions: 26mm diameter
• Dial: 100% original Rolex mother of pearl with ruby and gold indices, outer minute/seconds divisions, aperture for the date, like new condition
• Hands: Original, gold, 'batons'
• Movement type: High grade, Cal. 2135, rhodium-plated, oeil-de-perdrix decoration, 29 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance adjusted to 5 positions and temperature, shock absorber, self-compensating flat balance spring, hack mechanism
• Jewels: 29 rubies
• Band: Original Rolex Presidential bracelet, solid 18K gold links, sized to fit a wrist up to approx. 6.5 inches, hidden clasp, better than excellent condition with light stretch
• Crystal type: Sapphire, original, signed Rolex, excellent condition with one small mark on the outer edge. Please inquire if you would like it replaced.
• Serviced: Yes, fully serviced by our Master Watchmaker. All waterproofing gaskets replaced with new Rolex seals.
• Timing: Timed on a state-of-the-art computerized system.
• Warranty: 2-year warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details.
• Box/Papers: BOX - Original box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate
• Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee for all of our watches. If you are in any way unsatisfied with the watch we will fully refund the purchase price anytime within 7 days after the watch has been received. Our goal is to exceed our client's expectations throughout the buying experience.

All watches are packaged carefully and mailed double boxed in specially constructed, reinforced shipping boxes designed for high value items. All watches are sent fully insured with signature required. Most of our domestic shipping is done through FedEx. At times we will also use USPS Express Mail, and we can accommodate most requests for your preferred carrier. International shipments are sent USPS International Express Mail or FedEx.

The purchase price will be the declared value of the merchandise on any required customs forms. The payment of all customs duties, tariffs, and taxes are the responsibility of the buyer.

Also note that water resistance of vintage watches can no longer be guaranteed and is not covered under the watch's warranty. We do not recommend getting a vintage watch wet, even one that was originally designed to be waterproof.

To get an idea of how this watch will look on the wrist, please use the Watch Sizing Guide