Rolex Day-Date 18038

Name: Rolex Day-Date 18038 18k yellow gold Black 1978 France | Prestige Sale - Part I: Jewelry, Watches & Numismatics & Part II: Modern Art | Lot 130
Brand: Rolex
SKU: 18038
Price: 9296.04 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Rolex Day-Date 18038 36mm 18k yellow gold Black

Rolex Day-Date 18038 36mm 18k yellow gold Black 1

Rolex Day-Date 18038 36mm 18k yellow gold Black 2

Rolex Day-Date 18038 36mm 18k yellow gold Black 3

Description

ROLEX - Lot 130

ROLEX - Lot 130 ROLEX Day-Date Round wristwatch Circa 1978 Reference 18038 Case in 18K (750/1000) yellow gold, signed and numbered 5422458 Black patinated dial with Roman numerals and applied hour-markers, luminescent hands and dots, date window at 3 o'clock and day at 12 o'clock Self-winding mechanical movement signed Caliber 3055 Diameter: approx. 36 mm President bracelet in 18K (750/1000) yellow gold with signed folding clasp, size approx. 17.5 cm Gross weight: 128.3 g. (Functioning at the time of appraisal, scratches from use and polishing). Appraiser: Elio GUERIN

Collectible Features |Rolex Day-Date 18038

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Tropical Dial

A dial that has aged from black to a brown or caramel color due to prolonged exposure to sunlight and elements. Highly prized for its unique and attractive aging. Greatly increases value due to unique appearance and collector demand.

Linen Dial

A dial with a texture resembling linen fabric, adding a unique aesthetic.

Khanjar

Part of the national emblem of Oman, watches fitted with "Khanjar" dials were made upon special request from His Majesty Qaboos bin Said Al Said, the Sultan of Oman, and are highly coveted.