Rolex 179178 Lady-Datejust 26

The Rolex 179178 is the 26 mm Lady-Datejust in solid 18k yellow gold, with a fluted bezel and the President bracelet. Made from the 2000s to the mid-2010s, it's the newer version of the classic all-gold ladies' Rolex, with solid end links and the Calibre 2235. Our current 179178s are priced at $21,000 and $22,500 (October 2026), depending on dial and year.

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Rolex 179178 buying guide

What is the Rolex 179178?

The 179178 is the solid yellow gold member of the 1791x Lady-Datejust family. The "8" at the end of the reference means 18k yellow gold. It has a 26 mm Oyster case, a fluted gold bezel, a sapphire crystal with the Cyclops date magnifier and the automatic Calibre 2235 with a quickset date. It succeeded the 69178 and 79178.

Which dials are available?

  • Champagne: the classic match for yellow gold, with index, Roman or diamond markers.
  • Champagne diamond: factory diamond markers for a dressier look.
  • Roman dials with a ruby six: a distinctive detail where the 6 o'clock marker is set with a ruby.
  • White, mother-of-pearl and pink: less common options for a different look.

How much is a Rolex 179178?

Our current listings are a 2011 champagne diamond dial at $21,000 and a 2016 champagne Roman dial with a ruby six at $22,500, both with box and papers. A recent 2002 example with box only was offered at $18,500. Because the case and bracelet are solid gold, the watch carries real precious-metal value as well.

179178 vs 69178

  • 179178: 2000s production with the Calibre 2235, solid end links and a sturdier President bracelet.
  • 69178: the 1980s and 1990s version with the Calibre 2135, usually less expensive. See our Rolex 69178 collection.

What to check before buying

  • President bracelet: check for stretch, loose links and that the hidden Crownclasp closes firmly.
  • Case and bezel: sharp lug edges and crisp fluting show the watch hasn't been over-polished.
  • Dial originality: make sure diamond dials are factory, or disclosed as aftermarket.
  • Serial number: depending on the year, it's between the lugs or on the rehaut at 6 o'clock. Our Rolex serial number lookup helps date the watch.

Every 179178 we sell is inspected by our specialists in New York's Diamond District. For more, read how to tell if a Rolex is real, or browse all Lady-Datejust 26 watches.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 179178 solid gold? Yes. The case, bezel, crown and President bracelet are all 18k yellow gold.

What is a ruby six dial? A Roman numeral dial where the VI marker is replaced by a small ruby, a distinctive and less common option.

Looking for a specific dial? Send us a sourcing request and we'll look for it. If you're selling a 179178, we can give you a quote.