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
M 9.5
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Original Warranty Paper
Est. value range
$15,000 – $20,000
The Details
Brand
Rolex
Dimensions
36mm
Model
Day-Date
Movement
Self-Winding Caliber 3155
Reference
18238
Bracelet
18k Yellow Gold
Year
1995
Condition
Mint
Material
18k Yellow Gold
Included
Papers
Dial Color
Gold with Diamonds
THE WATCH
Sparingly worn over the years, the watch presents like new, albeit with a light and even patina on the gold case.
THE CASEBACK
The caseback still bears the Rolex green sticker that is worn but the 18238 reference can still be seen.
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
The overall condition of the watch is mint. Dial appears to be mint, with perfect luminous and matching hands. Case and bracelet seem to be 'like new' with barely any signs of use. Bracelet has 23 links in total, with little to no stretch.
Our Perspective
With a comparable new model Day Date nearly $40,000, it's hard to see this 18238 as anything but a steal. With original guarantee papers and in like new condition, you won't often find one this nice.
Eric Ku
Co-founder
