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Lot #1217

Rolex Day-Date 1803 with Guarantee

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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

Original Guarantee Paper

Est. value range

$6,000 – $10,000

The Details

Brand

Rolex

Dimensions

36mm

Model

Day-Date

Movement

Automatic cal. 1556

Reference

1803

Bracelet

Leather strap

Year

1975

Condition

Very Good

Material

18k Yellow Gold

Included

Watch and Papers

Dial Color

Champagne

THE DIAL

Featuring a stunning champagne pie-pan dial, this example's day and date wheels at 12 and 3 o'clock respectively have taken on a gorgeous patina that splendidly complements the overlying dial.

THE AESTHETIC

With its champagne dial, golden day and date wheels, and 18k gold hands and hour markers all perfectly matching its 18k yellow gold case, this example's entire aesthetic is a celebration of luxurious monochromatic excellence.

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 condition. Dial is mint and luminous dots are all intact. Light surface abrasions on case and caseback. Strap and buckle are aftermarket and not original Rolex.

Our Perspective

On a leather strap, the 1803 Day-Date can be somewhat of a chameleon. Simple and clean (as shown), its personality changes when placed on a nato. The tone-on-tone dial and case combination make this a smart fashion accessory, and the accompaniment of its original COSC certificate turns this example into an exceptional collectible.

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