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Lot #3238

Rolex Day-Date 1803 Champagne Dial 18k YG

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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

$8,000 – $12,000

The Details

Brand

Rolex

Dimensions

36mm

Model

Day-Date

Movement

Automatic cal. 1555

Reference

1803

Bracelet

18kt yellow gold President bracelet

Year

1969

Condition

Excellent

Material

18kt yellow gold

Included

Watch only

Dial Color

Champagne

THE DIAL
THE DIAL

Providing a monochromatic aesthetic to the entire timepiece, this example's champagne pie-pan dial almost perfectly blends into the ref. 1803's surrounding 18k yellow gold construction and handset.

THE CONSTRUCTION
THE CONSTRUCTION

Boasting the Day-Date's signature design, this ref. 1803 sports the Day-Date's iconic Presidential bracelet, from which it derives its nickname, and Rolex's signature fluted bezel.

TIMING MACHINE READOUT
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 excellent overall condition. Case shows some surface wear, with some soft edges along the fluted bezel, as well as some minor marks seen on the mid-case. The caseback has a ding visible on the edge. Lug hallmarks are crisp and still visible. Original champagne day-date dial in excellent condition. Luminous dots are intact and an even cream tone. Hands are likely replaced, and the luminous inserts are a lighter shade than the dial plots. Original president band has 20 links total and fits an approx 8" wrist. Band exhibits light to moderate stretch.

Our Perspective

A flagship watch for good reason, the Day-Date was instrumental in enabling Rolex to establish themselves as a true luxury watchmaker - a reputation they continue to build upon today.

Eric Ku

Co-founder