19 Rolex An excellently preserved and remarkable, Oyster Perpetual Date, automatic wristwatch in yellow gold, with Roman numeral dial, caseback sticker and Rolex guarantee, reference 15238.

Estimate: € 4.000 –⁠ 8.000

• Model Date
• Year 1989
• Reference 15238
• Case Material 18K yellow gold
• Case Number L428417
• Bracelet Material Leather strap
• Movement Automatic, cal. 3135, 31 jewels
• Dimension 34mm Diameter
• Signed Case, dial and movement
• Accessories Accompanied by Rolex guarantee dated 27th November 1989 stamped King Fook Jewellery and hang tag.

Few watches embody the idea of effortless authority quite like the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date in yellow gold. Conceived as a distillation of robustness and elegance, the Date line occupies a discreet yet important place in the Rolex canon—less ostentatious than the Day-Date, yet every bit as emblematic of the brand’s uncompromising standards. The present reference 15238, crafted in 18k yellow gold, is a particularly appealing expression of that philosophy. Its classic Oyster case, here fitted with a fluted bezel, frames a crisp white Roman numeral dial, whose formal symmetry is enlivened by applied gold markers and hands. The overall aesthetic is unmistakably traditional, yet timelessly wearable. Powering the watch is Rolex’s automatic caliber 3135, long celebrated for its reliability, precision, and ease of service—qualities that have made it one of the most respected movements of the modern era. The screw-down crown and Oyster construction ensure the robustness for which Rolex is renowned, even in precious metal form. Preserved in truly remarkable and excellent condition the case still retains its caseback sticker and crisp and deep under-lugs. Overall, this reference 15238 offers a compelling combination of classic design, mechanical integrity, and understated presence. It is a watch for the collector who appreciates prestine condition and unquestionable quality, as well as enduring style, hallmarks of Rolex at its most confident and refined.