Rolex Day-Date 36 18K Yellow Gold Head Silver Dial 1974 (Serviced)

Rolex Day-Date 1803 Yellow Gold (1974)

Rolex is known for building highly reliable, technically robust watches that have shaped the modern landscape of luxury timekeeping. The brand’s long-standing focus on precision, durability, and recognizable design has made its models enduring cornerstones among enthusiasts and collectors.

The Day-Date 1803 represents one of Rolex’s most iconic offerings, combining precious metal construction with the model’s signature day and date display. Produced during an era that helped define the watch’s identity, the 1803 showcases classic proportions, refined details, and period-correct dial variations that continue to attract strong appreciation. Its blend of craftsmanship, heritage, and distinctive presence makes it a standout reference within the Day-Date lineage.

Key Details To Consider

Rolex Day-Date 1803 in 18K yellow gold, fully original and presented in very good overall condition. The case retains thick, sharply defined lugs and was polished in the past by the previous owner. The fluted bezel remains crisp and in excellent condition.

The period-correct silver dial has aged attractively, developing a warm patina, with all tritium plots present and intact. The movement was last serviced in January 2025 and runs properly, and the watch passed a 3ATM (30m) pressure test in November 2025.

It is fitted with a 20/16mm brown alligator strap paired with a gold-plated Rolex pin buckle. All case numbers are fully visible and intact, with a 4.1 million serial placing production around 1974.

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