1987 Rolex Day Date Matte Blue Diamond Dial Unpolished Ref. 18038
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The Rolex Day-Date has long been regarded as the flagship of the Rolex collection, but within the vast world of Day-Date references, certain dial configurations have a way of quietly standing apart. This 1987 reference 18038 is one such watch. Cased in 18k yellow gold and preserved in truly exceptional condition, it is fitted with a highly attractive matte blue diamond dial that transforms the character of the watch. While lacquered and sunburst blue dials are more commonly encountered, this matte finish offers a depth and subtlety that feels distinctly different, rewarding closer inspection and changing constantly as the light moves across its surface.
The dial is undoubtedly the star of the show. Depending on the angle and lighting conditions, the blue tone reveals beautiful purple hues, creating a constantly shifting appearance on the wrist. Combined with the diamond-set indexes, the effect is striking without ever feeling excessive. It is one of those rare dials that manages to feel both understated and special at the same time. For collectors seeking a Day-Date with genuine visual interest beyond the more familiar champagne and black dial variants, it represents a particularly appealing proposition and remains a relatively uncommon configuration within the reference.
Equally impressive is the condition of the watch. The case which still retains the full case back sticker appears unpolished, retaining long, well-defined lugs with crisp factory finishing throughout. The fluted bezel remains exceptionally sharp and mirrors the strength of the case, while the matching President bracelet is notably tight with crisp and well-preserved links. Finding a Day-Date from this period in such complete and honest condition is becoming increasingly difficult. Combining a remarkable state of preservation with a dial that continually shifts between shades of blue and violet, this ref. 18038 offers everything collectors hope to find in a vintage Day-Date: originality, condition and a character all of its own.
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Brief History
Rolex Day-Date
Rolex revolutionized the industry in 1956 with the Day-Date model, innovatively displaying the day and date through dedicated windows on the dial. It is the pinnacle of the Rolex collection with its multitude of configurations. Made exclusively from precious metals, featuring coveted dials like Onyx, Stone, and Stella, and often embellished with diamond settings and distinctive case decorations.
