Lady-Datejust (Vintage 4-Digit)

Rolex Lady-Datejust 6917

Vintage Lady-Datejust 26, steel or two-tone

  • 26mm
  • Stainless steel or stainless steel and ...
  • 1971 to 1979
  • Women's
The Rolex Lady-Datejust (Vintage 4-Digit), reference 6917. Produced 1971 to 1979. The reference breaks down as: 4-digit Lady-Datejust; 26mm case, stainless steel or two-tone, Jubilee or Oyster bracelet. Below are the full specifications, plus what each part of the reference number means. If you own this reference and want to know what it is worth today, we buy it outright and appraisals are complimentary.

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Full specifications

Case

Case size26mm
Case materialStainless steel or stainless steel and yellow gold
Lug width13mm
CrystalAcrylic (hesalite)

Dial

Dial variantsSilver, champagne, white; multiple bezel options

Band

Bracelet typeOyster or Jubilee
BraceletOyster or Jubilee
ClaspFolding clasp

Movement

FunctionsHours, minutes, seconds, date

Reference

Wears asWomen's
Produced1971 to 1979

What reference 6917 means

4-digit Lady-Datejust
26mm case, stainless steel or two-tone, Jubilee or Oyster bracelet

How the 6917 compares

Side by side with the other Rolex Lady-Datejust references we document. Only the specs that actually differ are listed.

6917 vs 179138

Spec6917 179138
Produced 1971 to 1979 2005 to 2015

6917 vs 279135RBR

Spec6917 279135RBR
Case size 26mm 28mm
Produced 1971 to 1979 2015 to present

6917 vs 279138RBR

Spec6917 279138RBR
Case size 26mm 28mm
Produced 1971 to 1979 2015 to present

Common questions about the Rolex Lady-Datejust 6917

How big is the Rolex Lady-Datejust 6917?

The case measures 26mm across, with a 13mm lug width. Case material: Stainless steel or stainless steel and yellow gold. Case size alone is a poor guide to how a watch wears; lug-to-lug length and how the bracelet drops off the case matter more, which is why we suggest trying one on before you commit.

When was the Rolex Lady-Datejust 6917 made?

Rolex produced this reference from 1971 to 1979. Production years matter when you are valuing one, because dial, bezel and bracelet details often changed inside a single reference run.

What does the reference number 6917 mean?

4-digit Lady-Datejust; 26mm case, stainless steel or two-tone, Jubilee or Oyster bracelet. Reading the reference is the fastest way to confirm that a watch is what the seller says it is, before you get anywhere near the movement.

Does the 6917 have a nickname?

Vintage Lady-Datejust 26, steel or two-tone. Collector nicknames are not official Rolex names, but they are what people actually search for and what they are called across a showroom.

Does San Diego Jewelry Buyers buy the Rolex Lady-Datejust 6917?

Yes. We buy this reference outright, and we lend against it if you would rather keep it. We are a family-owned San Diego buyer established in 2006, our appraisers are GIA-trained, and the appraisal is complimentary with no obligation to sell. You can bring it to our Gaslamp showroom at 907 Sixth Ave or start online. If you are looking to buy this reference instead, tell us and we will let you know when one comes in.

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