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.
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Grade
V 8.5
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Watch Only
Est. value range
$5,000 – $8,000
The Details
Brand
Rolex
Dimensions
36mm
Model
Day-Date
Movement
Automatic cal. 1555
Reference
1803
Bracelet
Leather strap
Year
1966
Condition
Very good
Material
18kt white gold
Included
Watch only
Dial Color
White
THE DIAL
Fitted with a stunning silver pie-pan dial, this example's display boasts a recessed periphery and chapter ring that has become a signature piece of the four-digit Day-Date's aesthetic. This particular dial and hand-set are non-luminous, a peculiar trait of Japan market watches during a certain period of time where tritium was banned in Japan.
THE CONSTRUCTION
Made of 18kt white gold and featuring an 18kt white gold fluted bezel, this example's construction combines with its silver dial creating an understated monochromatic aesthetic that is classical and entirely sophisticated.
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 very good overall condition. Case and bezel exhibit surface wear and scratches as seen in the images. Hallmarks on caseback are crisp and legible. Underneath the scratched crystal, the original non-luminous dial is in near-mint condition with no discernible signs of wear. Non-luminous hands are near-mint as well.
Our Perspective
On a leather strap, the 1803 Day-Date can be somewhat of a chameleon. Simple and clean (as shown), its personality is different from that of its bracelet-clad siblings. That bit more casual and refined, the leather strap injects a sense of everyday wearability to the Day-Date.
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