195 Rolex Extremely Well Preserved and Attractive, Day-Date Bark Finish, Automatic Wristwatch in Yellow Gold, Lacquered Green and Diamond-Set Dial, With Box and Papers, Reference 18 248

Estimate: € 30.000 –⁠ 60.000

The Day-Date is well known for having been a canvas onto which Rolex unleashed an innumerable number of variations and experiments for cases style and dials. But what truly makes a watch exceptional? Can it be the complexity of its mechanism or rather the choice of materials and finishes? Maybe the design or the style? The true secret of success lies in the masterful combination of flair, creativity, personality and, of course, a bit of luck. This elegant reference 18 248 from 1988 is surely the perfect example of successful creation. First of all, is not a simple Day-Date but the most prestigious version with the bark finishing that goes on the bezel and bracelet, all preserved in astonishing conditions. The present reference is part of the new generation of Day-Date fitted with Rolex’s caliber 3155, which features a double quick-set function allowing for rapid adjustment of both the day and date. Further preciousness is the dark green lacquered dial with gilt text and applied brilliant cut diamonds around all the minutes scale. Shiny at every glance, with its original box and papers, this watch can definitely be considered as an exceptional watch.