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Lot #1399

Rolex Day-Date Diamond Made For The Sultanate Of Oman 18138

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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

M 9

Status

Vetted & Approved

Included

Watch, Tags, Khanjar Box, Links, Handkerchiefs & Service Card

Est. value range

$20,000 – $30,000

The Details

Brand

Rolex

Dimensions

36mm

Model

Day-Date

Movement

Automatic cal. 3055

Reference

18138

Bracelet

18kt Yellow gold Presidential bracelet

Year

1986

Condition

Excellent

Material

18kt Yellow Gold

Included

Watch, Tags, Khanjar Box, Links, Handkerchiefs & Service Card

Dial Color

Cream

THE CONSTRUCTION

Fitted with a diamond-set bezel, diamond-set lugs and a beautiful diamond-set dial, this ref. 18138 certainly worthy of its status as a watch built for the Sultan of Oman.

THE CASEBACK

As mentioned, this piece was ordered by the Sultanate of Oman, and as such features the national emblem of Oman on its caseback, the Khanjar $ Crown.

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

In extremely well preserved and original condition. The dial is well preserved and so too is the diamond setting throughout. The case is excellent, unpolished with factory finishes, sharp case lines and proportions. The bracelet is in equally well preserved condition with 24 links, 5 removable. The presentation box is also stamped with the Khanjar for Oman.

Our Perspective

An icon in the luxury industry just as much as it is in the watchmaking industry, this Rolex Day-Date ref. 18138 with its diamond-set bezel, dial, and case is a shining example of just how luxurious this timepiece can be, and with its Khanjar & Crown signature in red enamel on the case back make this particular example is exceedingly rare and unique.

Eric Ku

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