Important Watches: Part I
Important Watches: Part I
Day-Date, Reference 18038 | A yellow gold wristwatch with day, date, bracelet and ferrite dial | Circa 1987
Auction Closed
May 11, 11:29 AM GMT
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 CHF
Lot Details
Description
Dial: ferrite
Calibre: cal. 3055 automatic, 27 jewels
Movement number: 0'344'120
Case: 18k yellow gold, screw-down case back
Case number: 9'190'250
Closure: 18k yellow gold Rolex President bracelet and folding clasp
Size: 36 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 185 mm
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: yes
Papers: yes
Accessories: Rolex Guarantee, travel pouch and presentation case with outer packaging
The Rolex Day-Date is renowned for its timeless elegance and sophisticated design. It is the most famous symbol of prestige and luxury since its introduction in 1956.
While the overall design has been preserved throughout the years, Rolex has continued to innovated and to bring diversity by introducing new special dials. Amongst them, stone dials are some of the most collectibles creations.
Produced in small numbers, the nature of the material makes each of them unique.
This particular model stands out as a most captivating example. Featuring a charming yellow gold case and matching President bracelet, it is elevated by its very rare and beautiful ferrite dial. The use of ferrite, composed of an iron oxide mixed with oxides or carbonates of one or more metals such as manganese, nickel or magnesium, highlights the brand’s expertise in selecting and working with exotic and unusual materials to create visually stunning timepieces.
The combination of the elegant yellow gold case and the exquisite ferrite dial make this watch, coming with its box and papers, a particularly exceptional and desirable timepiece for discerning collectors.