Rolex Day-Date Platinum Arabic Dial 228206
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. This particular iteration, launch just a few years ago features the reintroduction of Hindi-Arabic numerals on the dial, and was made in small numbers for the retailers in the Gulf States. Unveiled in 2016, this Day-Date's stunning ice-blue Arabic-Indic dial is only available to VIP's of Middle-Eastern AD's and signifies Rolex's willingness to cater to the tastes of its local clientele. Weighing 34% more than 18k gold, this Day-Date's luxurious 950 platinum construction ensures it is one of the heaviest Rolex models ever produced - a true mark of its luxury and exclusivity. 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.
