1978 Rolex Day Date Blue/Purple Dial UnpolishedRef. 18038
| SKU | 1.2.151 |
| Brand | Rolex |
| Model | Day Date Blue/Purple Dial unpolished |
| Ref. No. | 18038 |
| Serial No. | 5417xxx |
| Year | 1978 |
| Gender | Gents |
| Case Size | 36mm |
| Case | Excellent 'New Old Stock' case that does not show any wear from age but only shows very light handling marks if at all. |
| Bracelet / Strap | Excellent matching bracelet with old style concealed clasp. This seems to be one of the last batches delivered with this bracelet. Clasp codes is matching |
| Dial | Excellent Blue Sunburst dial which has developed purple hues over time. The lume dots are original and have turned to a mustard yellow, hands are matching |
| Price | AED 79,950/USD 21,500 |
| Crystal | Sapphire |
| Movement | Automatic |
| Functions | Day, Date |
| Condition | Mint |
| Box | No |
| Papers | No |
Brief History
Rolex Day-Date
Arguably one of the most iconic watches ever made, the Day-Date aka the Rolex President was introduced in 1956 and was the first to feature both the day and date in dedicated windows on the dial.
The Day-Date is the top model in the Rolex line-up and comes in an array of configurations with rare and special dials and case decorations. It has only ever been made in precious metals with Automatic movements and historically with an elegant diameter of 36mm - the perfect size for an iconic dress watch.
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