{"product_id":"rolex-day-date-36mm-tropical-ref-18248","title":"Rolex Day-Date 36mm Tropical - Ref. 18248","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1rem;\"\u003eFor sale is a 1990 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 18248 in 18k yellow gold, presented in unpolished condition with remarkable colour throughout. Heavy oxidisation has given the case and bracelet a rich bronze-orange tone, while the champagne Jubilee dial has developed an orange tropical centre that matches the surrounding gold beautifully. It is this harmony between the aged gold and dial that makes this example particularly special.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents of Sale\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe watch is supplied with a Rolex box and manuals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Dial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe champagne Jubilee dial features Rolex’s repeating “ROLEX” motif, applied gold baton hour markers and matching hands. Over time, its centre has developed a deep orange tone, graduating into lighter champagne shades towards the outer edge. The pattern remains visible throughout, adding depth to the variation in colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe appeal here is how closely the dial’s tropical colouring complements the heavy oxidisation of the case and bracelet. Together, they give the watch a warm, cohesive appearance, with each surface showing its own signs of age. The day is displayed at 12 o’clock, with the date beneath the Cyclops lens at 3 o’clock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Case and Bezel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 36mm case is crafted in 18k yellow gold and remains unpolished, retaining its defined proportions and edges. Heavy surface oxidisation has transformed its appearance, with bronze, copper and orange tones visible across the lugs and case sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe characteristic bark-finished bezel adds further texture, its fine grooves catching the light against the deeper tones of the aged gold. The combination of this finish and the pronounced patina gives the case a particularly distinctive appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Bracelet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe watch is fitted with an 18k yellow gold President bracelet, featuring bark-finished centre links that match the bezel and a concealed Crownclasp. The bracelet carries the same rich bronze-orange oxidisation as the case, continuing the colour and texture around the wrist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bracelet is currently sized at 17cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Movement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePowering the watch is Rolex’s automatic Calibre 3155, featuring the double quickset function, allowing the day and date to be adjusted independently. It combines the convenience of this later Day-Date movement with the classic proportions and distinctive finishes of the reference 18248.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded with the watch: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Original Box: Yes\u003cbr\u003e- Original Papers: No\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Data:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Model: 18248\u003cbr\u003e- Year: 1990\u003cbr\u003e- Case material: 18k Yellow Gold\u003cbr\u003e- Case diameter: 36mm\u003cbr\u003e- Bracelet: Rolex President \u003cbr\u003e- Bracelet material: 18k Yellow Gold\u003cbr\u003e- Dial: Tropical Jubilee \u003cbr\u003e- Crystal: Sapphire\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brothers \u0026 Bezels UAE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48610075181217,"sku":null,"price":100000.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/2261\/3921\/files\/IMG_9304.jpg?v=1793664839","url":"https:\/\/brothersandbezels.ae\/products\/rolex-day-date-36mm-tropical-ref-18248","provider":"Brothers \u0026 Bezels UAE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}