Rolex Day-Date 18028

ROLEX, DAYDATE REF. 18028, AN ATTRACTIVE AND RARE 18K YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITH A GREEN JASPER BLOODSTONE DIAL, CASE NUMBER: 8'615'403, MOVEMENT NUMBER: 0'925'727 | Christie’s

CIRCA: 1985 CASE MATERIAL: 18k yellow gold DIAMETER: 36 mm. BRACELET: Rolex 18k yellow gold President bracelet DIAL: Green Jasper Bloodstone MOVEMENT: 3055, automatic, 27 jewels FUNCTIONS: Time, day, date BUCKLE: Rolex 18k yellow gold folding buckle with clasp BOX: No PAPERS: No This remarkable timepiece melds Rolex's renowned elegance with the distinctive allure of a green jasper bloodstone dial, making it a prized acquisition for discerning collectors. The deep green tone of the bloodstone, interspersed with red inclusions, creates a striking contrast against the warm glow of the yellow gold case and bracelet. Crafted from chalcedony and jasper, these green jasper bloodstone dials were introduced by Rolex in the 1970s and 1980s. The inherent fragility of the material posed significant challenges during production, resulting in limited availability and enhancing the exclusivity of these exceptional dials.