Rolex Day-Date 18039

Listed : 66 Days Ago
Condition: wonderful working condition
Year of Production: 1973
Case Size: 36mm
Case Material: White gold
Dial Color: Silver
Bracelet/Strap: White gold
Movement Type: Automatic
Box: No
Papers: No
Location: United States
Description

Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803/9 - Sunburst Silver 'Wideboy' Dial Unpolished

When the Day-Date was released in 1956, Rolex had made numerous attempts to capture the market with more complicated timepieces such as the Ref. 6036, the Ref. 8171, and the Ref. 6062, but it seemed like buyers were not particularly fond of complicated Rolexes. All of that changed when President Dwight D. Eisenhower was spotted wearing one Rolex in particular: a Day-Date. The model has since become known worldwide as ‘The President’ and as a symbol of success and prestige. Simply put, this one stuck. The Day-Date was available for many years on a leather strap with a matching gold buckle, but also on a solid gold bracelet (called a 'President' bracelet), like the example that we have here. The piece that we have here, a Reference 1803 from circa 1973, is an excellent example finished in solid white gold with an immaculate silver dial within. The case remains unpolished, retaining thick and symmetrical lugs at all four corners and showing normal signs of wear throughout. The 'fluted' white gold bezel is in matching condition. Inside, the silver dial features applied 'wideboy' indices and the correct 'wideboy' handset to compliment them. The sunburst surface is immaculate and the Tritium plots remain fully intact and exhibit a light, uniform patina. It comes fitted to its correct white gold 'President' bracelet with a signed adjustable blade clasp, which is in matching condition to that of the case. It even retains it's original white gold crown. This is a phenomenal example of an icon with some nice features found only Day-Dates from this era. An 'elevated' piece that remains very much under-the-radar If you know, you know. This is a phenomenal example of an icon with some nice features found only Day-Dates from this era. An 'elevated' piece that remains very much under-the-radar If you know, you know. Movement: Automatic-winding chronometer certified caliber by Rolex. Bracelet/Strap: Correct Rolex white gold 'President' bracelet with 19 links and signed blade clasp (unstamped). Unpolished, showing matching normal wear throughout with mild stretch. Sized for ≈7.5" wrist.

Collectible Features |Rolex Day-Date 18039

Discover all the different variants of this specific reference that can enhance, or limit, this watch's value and collectability.
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.
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.
Stella Dial
The Rolex Stella Dial refers to a series of brightly colored lacquered dials, primarily found on vintage Rolex Day-Date models from the 1970s and early 1980s. These dials are known for their bold, vibrant colors along with a high-gloss enamel finish that gives them a distinctive look. What makes the Stella Dials particularly collectible is their rarity and uniqueness, as they were produced in limited numbers and initially aimed at specific markets, such as the Middle East and Asia. Although not widely popular at the time, the retro appeal and scarcity of these colorful dials have made them highly desirable among modern collectors.

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