Rolex Day-Date 18038

Rolex Day-Date 18038 Burlwood Dial 18k YG

A legendary timepiece with an unrivaled history, the Rolex Day-Date has earned its place as "The Ultimate Watch of Prestige" from its decades on the wrists of the world's most influential people. Released in 1956, the Day-Date quickly became synonymous with luxury, prestige, and exclusivity thanks to being the watch of choice for the world's athletes, visionaries, and world leaders alike. Only ever constructed of precious metals, the Day-Date's aesthetic is that of sheer elegance and grace. Aside from the beautiful array of dial options that have been available over the decades, the Day-Date's most iconic piece of design is its three-piece "Presidential" or "President" bracelet. Forming the bedrock of its design, the Presidential bracelet has become synonymous with Rolex's flagship collection and their desire to create the very best and most iconic watches that the world has ever seen. With its timeless design and inescapable impact on horology, the Day-Date stands as a vivid reminder of just how successful they have been in realizing that very mission. Brand : Rolex Dimensions : 36mm Model : Day-Date Movement : Automatic cal. 3035 Reference : 18038 Bracelet : 18kt yellow gold bracelet Year : 1979 Condition : Very good Material : 18kt yellow gold Included : Watch Only Dial Color : Wood (Burlwood) THE DIAL Fashioned from a polished piece of birch wood, this ref. 18038's dial sports a swirling pattern thanks to a naturally occurring deformity that impacted its growth, known as a burl. This pattern makes for a wonderfully unique and luxurious backdrop for the ref. 18038's handset and indices and makes each example unique. THE CONSTRUCTION Utterly classical in its design, the Day-Date's 18k yellow gold construction is iconic with its Presidential bracelet and fluted bezel. However, this example's pièce de résistance is its burl dial, which provides it with a unique aesthetic that no other Day-Date dial can achieve. TIMING MACHINE READOUT This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.