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Old 23 December 2021, 12:53 AM   #1
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16233 serial number

GM! I am looking at purchasing a pre owned 16233 Datejust from a private seller. Watch looks to be in great condition. No papers but the seller sent me a copy of the appraisal.

QUESTION: As far as I have ever known, the 16233 serial number ALWAYS starts with a letter.... this one, however, does not. Am I wrong in thinking that? This is a later model 16233 (no holes). Please see below. Is this legit?
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Old 23 December 2021, 01:02 AM   #2
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From the latter part of 2010 random 8 digit serials started now they can start with a number or letter, but looks like they have made a mistake in writing the serial.
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Old 23 December 2021, 01:09 AM   #3
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Right, but Rolex ceased production of the 16233 in 2004.
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Old 23 December 2021, 04:59 AM   #4
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I received a picture from the seller. Serial number starts with a "T" - I think we are good to go!
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