Rolex Day-Date 18038 Champagne Diamond Dial 18k Gold 36mm Circa 1978 Watch

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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date ref. 18038 in 18K yellow gold, circa 1978, featuring a champagne dial with diamond and baguette … Read more Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date ref. 18038 in 18K yellow gold, circa 1978, featuring a champagne dial with diamond and baguette hour markers, fluted 18K yellow gold bezel, automatic caliber 3055 movement, and President bracelet with hidden clasp. The watch measures 36mm and weighs 129.6 grams.

This Day-Date is offered as a full set with its original box and guarantee paperwork. The 18K yellow gold President bracelet fits approximately 7 inches, and the watch is presented in 9.5/10 like-new condition. Serial number begins 583****.

Product Specifications:
Item Type: Men’s Luxury Wristwatch
Brand: Rolex
Model: Oyster Perpetual Day-Date
Reference Number: 18038
Serial Number: 583****
Circa: 1978
Condition: 9.5/10
Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold
Case Size: 36mm
Bezel: Fluted 18K yellow gold bezel
Crystal: Sapphire crystal
Movement: Automatic
Caliber: Rolex caliber 3055
Bracelet: 18K yellow gold President bracelet
Clasp: Hidden Crownclasp
Bracelet Length: Approximately 7 inches
Total Weight: 129.6 grams
Box and Papers: Original box and guarantee paperwork included

Dial and Hands:
Dial: Champagne dial
Hour Markers: Diamond and baguette hour markers
Dial Signature: Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date
Dial Text: T Swiss Made T at 6 o’clock
Hands: Yellow gold-tone hands
Day Display: Day window at 12 o’clock
Date Display: Date window at 3 o’clock with Cyclops lens

Bezel and Case Details:
Bezel Type: Fluted bezel
Bezel Material: 18K Yellow Gold
Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold
Case Diameter: 36mm
Case Style: Classic Rolex Oyster case
Caseback: Screw-down caseback
Crown: Screw-down Rolex crown

Band Details:
Band Material: 18K Yellow Gold
Band Style: President bracelet
Band Color: Yellow Gold
Clasp: Hidden Crownclasp
Bracelet Length: Approximately 7 inches

Features and Style:
Rolex Day-Date ref. 18038
18K yellow gold construction
Champagne diamond and baguette dial
Automatic caliber 3055 movement
Fluted 18K yellow gold bezel
President bracelet with hidden clasp
Day display at 12 o’clock
Date display at 3 o’clock
Original box and guarantee paperwork included
Style: Classic luxury Rolex dress watch

Condition Report:
The watch is presented in 9.5/10 like-new condition. The champagne diamond and baguette dial, yellow gold case, fluted bezel, President bracelet, hidden clasp, and sapphire crystal present exceptionally well overall. The automatic caliber 3055 movement is running. The watch includes its original box and guarantee paperwork.

About The Rolex Day-Date 18038:
Known worldwide as the “President,” the Rolex Day-Date became one of the most recognizable symbols of success, leadership, and traditional luxury watchmaking. Its 18K yellow gold construction and signature President bracelet give the watch an unmistakable presence that has made the model iconic across generations. The Rolex Day-Date ref. 18038 is one of the defining vintage yellow gold Rolex models, combining the 36mm Oyster case, fluted bezel, President bracelet, and full day-and-date display. The reference 18038 introduced a sapphire crystal and the quickset caliber 3055 movement, making it an important transition reference within the Day-Date line.
This example is especially strong because it pairs the classic 18K yellow gold Day-Date design with a champagne diamond and baguette dial, original box, original guarantee paperwork, and a well-preserved 9.5/10 condition. With its 129.6-gram total weight, full-set presentation, and 18K yellow gold President bracelet, it is a standout example of the iconic Rolex President. See less