58 Rolex A fine and extremely attractive, Day-Date, automatic wristwatch in yellow gold, with brown "vignette" dégradé dial and diamond-set indexes, reference 18038.
Estimate: € 12.000 – 24.000
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- Model Day-Date
- Year Circa 1977
- Reference 18038
- Case Material 18K yellow gold
- Case Number 5'465'255
- Bracelet Material 18K yellow gold Rolex bracelet, approximate length 190mm
- Movement Automatic, cal. 3055, 27 jewels
- Dimension 36mm Diameter
- Signed Case, dial and movement
The Rolex Day-Date has never merely indicated the day of the week, it has long served as a statement of achievement. Introduced in 1956 as the world's first waterproof, self-winding wristwatch to display both the date and the day spelled out in full, it quickly became the undisputed flagship of the Rolex collection. Worn by heads of state, industry leaders and tastemakers alike, the "President" remains one of the most enduring symbols of prestige in modern watchmaking. Offered here is a most attractive reference 18038 in 18k yellow gold, preserved in remarkably crisp overall condition. The warm yellow gold case is complemented by an equally well preserved President bracelet retaining strong definition throughout, while the fluted bezel frames a rich chocolate-brown dial enhanced by diamond-set hour markers with baguette diamonds at 6 and 9 o'clock—a luxurious and highly charismatic factory configuration. The harmonious contrast between the deep dial and the warm gold case lends the watch exceptional wrist presence without sacrificing the timeless elegance for which the Day-Date is celebrated. A beautifully preserved example of one of Rolex's most iconic references, equally suited for daily enjoyment or the most discerning collection.
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GENEVA
Eternity Gallery Geneva, 19 Place de Longemalle
HONG KONG
Opera Gallery Hong Kong, 1 Duddell Street, Unit 01, 11/F, Central
MILANO
Portrait Milano Hotel, Corso Venezia, 11
BOLOGNA
Time on Show Bologna, Viale della Fiera, 20