Introduction
A legendary timepiece with an unrivaled history, the Rolex Day-Date has earned its place as "The Ultimate Watch of Prestige" from its decades on the wrists of the world's most influential people. Released in 1956, the Day-Date quickly became synonymous with luxury, prestige, and exclusivity thanks to being the watch of choice for the world's athletes, visionaries, and world leaders alike. Only ever constructed of precious metals, the Day-Date's aesthetic is that of sheer elegance and grace. Aside from the beautiful array of dial options that have been available over the decades, the Day-Date's most iconic piece of design is its three-piece "Presidential" or "President" bracelet. Forming the bedrock of its design, the Presidential bracelet has become synonymous with Rolex's flagship collection and their desire to create the very best and most iconic watches that the world has ever seen. With its timeless design and inescapable impact on horology, the Day-Date stands as a vivid reminder of just how successful they have been in realizing that very mission.
This particular example was gifted by the Sultan of Oman, and is made further exclusive with the engraving of the Khanjar on the caseback.
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Grade
M 9.5
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Inner Box and Guarantee Card
Est. value range
$20,000 – $30,000
The Details
Brand
Rolex
Dimensions
36mm
Model
Day-Date
Movement
Automatic cal. 3155
Reference
118208
Bracelet
18kt rose gold Oyster bracelet
Year
2007
Condition
Near-Mint like new
Material
18kt Rose gold
Included
Watch, box and papers
Dial Color
Silver
THE CASEBACK
Engraved with a Khanjar Dagger on its caseback by Rolex on special request for the Sultanate of Oman, this example was likely gifted to a person of high esteem such as a diplomat, dignitary, or someone of very high level of authority. Extremely rare and never offered to the public, these co-signed special order timepieces have become incredibly popular as watch collectors seek the rare, unusual and exclusive.
THE BRACELET
While the Day-Date normally features a Presidential bracelet, this example features its very own Day-Date-specific version of Rolex's Oyster bracelet with a concealed clasp just like that on the Presidential.
TIMING MACHINE READOUT
This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.
Condition
Watch is in in unused condtion with original plastic still affixed on the case. There are minor signs of handling evident, namely on the caseback. The bracelet is full length and has 13 full links and 2 1/2 links, 3 full and 2 1/2 links removable.
Our Perspective
An icon in the luxury industry just as much as it is in the watchmaking industry, the Rolex Day-Date needs no introduction. With that said, special request timepieces like this, with its Khanjar Dagger-engraved caseback, stands as one of the most exclusive and luxurious Day-Date examples on the market considering their legendary provenance.
Eric Ku
Co-founder
