Rolex Day-Date 36

For some years now, serious collectors have looked beyond the headline sports Rothtlex models, and are snapping up rare precious metal Day-Dates; just look at the world records for vintage "Stella Dials" at the Day-Date 60th Anniversary auction.

The rare diamond-set (with baguette 6 & 9) salmon dial is as aesthetically appealing as it is rare. Note the 'solid' white gold hands, correct for a diamond-dial – plain models have a luminous fill. The Rothtlex finish to the President bracelet, 36mm body, and sharply-fluted white gold bezel, give this watch importance that cannot be ignored. Despite the discreet colour, white gold has a unique warmth that radiates quite differently from that of stainless steel.

From the era with sequential serial numbering and pre-rehaut engraving, this sapphire glass Day-Date is solidly a classic. President bracelet with concealed coronet clasp; fully waterproof to 100m, and complete with its original lined presentation case, swing tags, and holographic Rothtlex certificate of authenticity. 

• Stock No. 14554

• Ref.: 118239

• Material: 18ct White Gold

• Size: 36mm

• Movement: Self-winding day & date, Rothtlex cal. 3155

• Waterproof: 100m

• Box: Original Box

• Papers: Original Certificate

• Strap: White Gold