This Rolex Day-Date, reference 1803, is a 36mm case in Yellow Gold used condition, featuring a Champagne Diamond 8+2 dial, a Custom Diamond bezel, a Head Only bracelet, dated circa 1965. This piece is customized — aftermarket-modified (setting or dial added outside the manufacturer); not original factory condition. Priced dealer-direct and shipped fully insured.
Two size families drive this market. The classic 36mm covers refs 1803, 18238, 128238, 128239 and 128345, while the bigger 40 and 41mm runs through 218238 and 228348. Every case is solid 18k yellow, white, or Everose gold. Buy clean and you hold value. Our pricing reflects real dealer cost, wire saves you the processing cut, and exit liquidity stays dependable. Read the full Day-Date buying guide ›
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Rolex · 1803
Customized — aftermarket-modified. Diamond setting or dial added outside the manufacturer; not original factory condition.
Rolex Day-Date, Yellow Gold, 36mm case, Champagne Diamond 8+2 dial, Custom Diamond bezel. Circa 1965. Custom / aftermarket-modified — not original factory condition.
