Rolex
Reference 18038 Day-Date | A yellow gold automatic wristwatch with day, date and bracelet, Circa 1979
Lot Closed
June 17, 03:38 PM GMT
Estimate
8,000 - 16,000 USD
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Description
Dial: silvered
Caliber: cal.3055 automatic, 27 jewels
Movement number: 0’412’306
Case: 18k yellow gold, screw down case back
Case number: 6'304'127
Closure: 18k yellow gold Rolex folding clasp
Size: 36mm, bracelet circumference approximately
Signed: case, dial, and movement
Box: yes
Papers: no
Accessories: Rolex presentation box, original receipt dated January 14th, 1983, service receipt, instruction manual, Rolex hang tag
The Rolex Day-Date reference 18038 is an iconic expression of the brand’s flagship “President” line, blending technical excellence with unmistakable elegance. Introduced in the late 1970s, this reference features an 18k gold case, fluted bezel, and the signature day and date complications, establishing it as a symbol of prestige and refinement.
This model is powered by Rolex’s self-winding caliber 3055, notable for its precision and reliability, and allows for the instantaneous date change at midnight. The clean dial design, elegant stick or Roman numeral markers, and integrated President bracelet contribute to the watch’s timeless appeal and commanding presence on the wrist.
Produced over several years with various dial and bezel options, the reference 18038 remains highly desirable among collectors for its classic styling, robust construction, and historical significance within the Day-Date lineage. This example presents an opportunity to acquire a quintessential Rolex dress watch, emblematic of the brand’s enduring sophistication and horological mastery.