{"product_id":"rolex-day-date-36mm-ref-18038","title":"Rolex Day-Date 36mm - Ref. 18038","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor sale is a vintage 1985 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 18038, crafted entirely from solid 18k yellow gold and featuring a beautifully clean white Roman numeral dial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Day-Date\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntroduced in 1956, the Rolex Day-Date was the first wristwatch to display both the day of the week written in full and the date. Produced exclusively in precious metals, it quickly established itself as Rolex’s flagship model and remains one of the most recognisable symbols of the brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reference 18038 was introduced in the late 1970s and represented an important evolution of the Day-Date, introducing a sapphire crystal alongside the Rolex Calibre 3055 with its convenient quickset date function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Dial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe bright white surface gives the watch a particularly crisp and refined appearance, contrasting beautifully with the rich tone of the surrounding 18k yellow gold. The raised Roman numerals add depth to the otherwise understated dial, while matching yellow gold hands and the applied Rolex coronet complete the traditional aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe signature arched day display sits prominently at 12 o’clock, while the date aperture at 3 o’clock is magnified by the Cyclops lens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Case\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe classic 36mm Oyster case is crafted entirely from solid 18k yellow gold and is complemented by Rolex’s signature fluted bezel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of brushed and polished surfaces gives the case excellent definition, while the sharply faceted fluted bezel catches the light beautifully. Together with the white dial, the gold case creates a timeless configuration that remains equally elegant today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Bracelet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe watch is fitted with its period-correct 18k yellow gold President bracelet, one of the defining features of the Day-Date. Importantly, the bracelet carries the correct “55” endlink code, specific to the Ref. 18038, together with the “18000” reference stamped on the clasp, confirming the bracelet as the correct configuration for this model. Particularly noteworthy is the traditional box clasp with raised Rolex coronet—a distinctive period detail that sets it apart from the more commonly seen concealed Crownclasp and provides a subtle link to its predecessor, the Ref. 1803.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Data\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eModel: 18038\u003cbr\u003eYear: 1985\u003cbr\u003eCase Material: 18k Yellow Gold\u003cbr\u003eCase Diameter: 36mm\u003cbr\u003eDial: White with Roman Numerals\u003cbr\u003eBezel: 18k Yellow Gold Fluted\u003cbr\u003eBracelet: 18k Yellow Gold President\u003cbr\u003eCrystal: Sapphire\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRolex Calibre 3055 Automatic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brothers \u0026 Bezels UAE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46908540223649,"sku":null,"price":80000.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/2261\/3921\/files\/54321C98-6133-4EC5-9A7C-6FE8ACA39628.jpg?v=1787253551","url":"https:\/\/brothersandbezels.ae\/products\/rolex-day-date-36mm-ref-18038","provider":"Brothers \u0026 Bezels UAE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}