147 Rolex Special and Refined, Day-date, Automatic Wristwatch in Yellow Gold, Blue Degrade Diamond-set Dial, Reference 18 038
Estimate: € 10.000 – 20.000
Sold (Premium) € 24.700
| Model | Day-Date |
|---|---|
| Year | 1980 |
| Reference | 18038 |
| Case Material | Yellow Gold |
| Case Number | 6 155 611 |
| Bracelet Material | Leather Strap |
| Movement | Automatic, cal. 3055 |
| Dimension | 36 mm |
| Signed | Dial, Case and Movement |
| Movement | Automatic, cal. 3055 |
Rolex is arguably the most famous brand in the world when it comes to distinctive timepieces. Among its most appreciated models, the day date is the very essence of a luxurious timekeeping, provided with a day and date function. It was launched in 1956 as a niche model and was only produced in precious metals. The lot here offered is a notable specimen of reference 18 038 with an 18k yellow-gold case and bezel. The Day-date here impresses for its rarity: the dial shows its mint conditions, full charm blue degraded layout, diamonds applied indexes, English calendar disc and yellow-gold baton hands and centered seconds. The classic shapes of the case realized in yellow gold have withstood the passage of time in a remarkable manner and are kept in great condition. The movement is the automatic caliber 3055.