Rolex Day-Date 36 36mm President Champagne Dial 18K Gold Fluted Bezel Quickset

Overview

A distinguished and classic Rolex Day-Date 36 reference 18038, crafted in solid 18K yellow gold. This example from approximately 1986 features a champagne sunburst dial with Roman numeral outer track, matching yellow gold hands and baton hour markers. Fitted on a matching 18K yellow gold President bracelet with concealed clasp, this Day-Date offers timeless elegance and daily wear reliability. Powered by the Rolex caliber 3055, this watch features both day and date complications.

Case

The case is made entirely of 18K yellow gold and measures 36mm in diameter. It features a fluted bezel and screw-down crown, with a sapphire crystal and Cyclops magnifier over the date at 3 o’clock. The champagne dial displays a clean and well-preserved sunburst finish with matching hands and indices. The day of the week is displayed at 12 o'clock in English.

Bracelet

The watch is fitted on a solid 18K yellow gold President bracelet with a hidden fold clasp. The bracelet is in excellent condition with only minor stretch and retains strong structure and luster. It will comfortably fit up to a 7 1/2 -inch wrist.

Condition

This watch is in very good vintage condition with light hairline scratches consistent with age and careful wear. The dial and crystal remains original and untouched, with minor signs of age visible under magnification. The case edges are strong. Most importantly, the watch was recently serviced in-house by our trained technician on July 25, 2025, and is performing to Rolex accuracy standards.

Specifications

Brand: Rolex
Model: Day-Date 36
Reference Number: 18038
Movement: Automatic
Case Material: Yellow gold
Bracelet Material: Yellow gold
Year of Production: 1986 (Approximation)
Condition: The item shows minor signs of wear, such as small, intangible scratches.
Most Recent Servicing: July 25, 2025
Serviced in-house
Scope of Delivery: No original box, no original papers
Gender: Men's watch/Unisex
Location: United States of America, Florida, Ft Lauderdale
Price: $15,200
Availability: Item is in stock

Caliber

Movement: Automatic
Caliber/Movement: 3055
Base Caliber: Cal. 3055
Power Reserve: 48 h
Number of Jewels: 27

Case Details

Case Material: Yellow gold
Case Diameter: 36 mm
Water Resistance: 10 ATM
Bezel Material: Yellow gold
Crystal: Sapphire crystal

Dial

Dial Color: Gold
Dial Numerals: Lines

Bracelet/Strap

Bracelet Material: Yellow gold
Bracelet Color: Gold
Clasp: Fold clasp, hidden
Clasp Material: Yellow gold

Functions

Date, Weekday

Other

Screw-Down Crown