Rolex
Reference 228239 Day-Date | A white gold automatic wristwatch with day, date, bracelet and meteorite dial, Circa 2020
Estimate
30,000 - 60,000 USD
Lot Details
Description
Dial: meteorite
Caliber: cal. 3255 automatic, 31 jewels
Movement number: 5P'113'3R2
Case: 18k white gold, screw down case back
Case number: 0E'560'6H4
Closure: 18k white gold Rolex President bracelet with folding clasp
Size: 40 mm diameter, bracelet circumference is approximately 165 mm
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: no
Papers: no
Crafted in white gold, the present Rolex Day-Date reference 228239 exemplifies the collection’s enduring combination of prestige, refinement, and everyday practicality. Its 40 mm case is paired with the iconic President bracelet, creating a balanced and highly wearable design that remains one of the manufacture’s most recognizable models.
The standout feature of the present example is its meteorite dial, whose naturally occurring crystalline patterns ensure that no two examples are exactly alike. Enhanced by diamond-set hour markers, the dial offers a distinctive appearance that contrasts elegantly with the cool tone of the white gold case. The fluted bezel further complements the composition, reinforcing the model’s unmistakable Day-Date identity while adding visual depth to the overall design.
Powering the watch is the caliber 3255, introduced in 2015 and regarded as one of Rolex’s most advanced self-winding movements. Featuring a 70-hour power reserve, the patented Chronergy escapement, Parachrom balance spring, and a suite of technical enhancements designed to improve efficiency and reliability, the movement delivers exceptional performance in daily wear.