ROLEX | A FINE YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC CENTER SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH DAY, DATE, DIAMOND AND SAPPHIRE-SET INDEXES AND BRACELETREF 18078 CASE 9427781 DAY-DATE CIRCA 1986

• cal. 3055 automatic movement, 27 jewels • gilt dial, sapphire and diamond-set indexes, aperture for day, magnified aperture for date, center seconds • 18k yellow gold Oyster case, bark-finished bezel, screw-down crown and case back • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k yellow gold Rolex President bracelet with bark-finished central links and folding clasp

For another example of a Rolex Day Date, reference 18078, please see Pucci Papaleo, Day-Date, The Presidential Rolex, Pages 286-287 

The movement in working condition at the time of cataloguing, the date functions are working properly. The dial is in very good overall condition with minor spotting to the center. The bezel with minor pinhead dings at 2 o'clock. The band with surface wear and tiny pinhead dings throughout, particularly at 2 o'clock and 8 o'clock. Underneath all 4 lugs with minor surface scratches from removing the bracelet. The case back with surface wear throughout, however the millings is strong. The inside case back stamped 18000. The bracelet is in very good overall condition with tiny pinhead dings at places, and is slightly stretched. The movement in working condition at the time of cataloguing, the date functions are working properly.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."

Accompanied by a Rolex guarantee. Reference 18078 is distinguished by a bark finish to the bezel and the center links of its President bracelet. The present Day-Date is further enhanced by diamonds, sapphires and a champagne dial. The watch has furthermore been retained in excellent overall condition.