Fine Jewels, Watches & Handbags: Cologne
Fine Jewels, Watches & Handbags: Cologne
Rolex
Day-Date, Ref. 18038 Yellow gold and diamond-set wristwatch with date, day and bracelet Circa 1979
Lot Closed
June 14, 02:48 PM GMT
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 EUR
Lot Details
Description
Rolex
Day-Date, Ref. 18038
Yellow gold and diamond-set wristwatch with date, day and bracelet
Circa 1979
Dial: blue, diamond-set
Calibre: cal. 3055 automatic, 27 jewels
Movement number: 357'848
Case: 18k yellow gold, screw-down back
Case number: 6'211'773
Closure: 18k yellow gold Rolex President bracelet and folding clasp
Dimensions: 36 mm, bracelet circumference approx. 190 mm
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: no
Papers: yes
Accessories: Rolex guarantee, Wempe original invoice and service invoices
An icon of luxury and undisputed status, the present Rolex Day-Date offers a rare configuration with its blue diamond-set dial.
Standing up against the pressure inflicted on Rolex from the Quartz War in the 1970s to 1980s, Rolex had demonstrated great commercial wisdom and focused on fashioning much more quality pieces to countermeasure the impact.
The present Day-Date with this diamond-set dial was a result of it. A graceful dial showcasing an intensive lively blue expresses a form of variety that was uncommon among watches in the past.
Encased in yellow gold, the present watch exhibits a true elegance that would capture the hearts of many.