Rolex Day-Date 36 President Day-Date Yellow Gold Dial 36mm Diamond Bezel 1984
Rolex Day-Date 36 President Day-Date Yellow Gold Dial 36mm Diamond Bezel 1984
Overview
A vintage and iconic Rolex Day-Date 36 President reference 18038 in solid 18K yellow gold. This 36mm watch features a custom diamond bezel and a champagne dial with gold applied hour markers. The watch is on a bark finish Presidential bracelet and was produced in the year 1984.
Case
The yellow gold case measures 36mm wide, excluding the crown. The champagne dial has baton index markers, the dial is protected by a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with a cyclops magnifier at 3 o'clock for the date function. The bezel is made of 18K white gold and set with round brilliant cut natural earth-mined diamonds. The bezel is a custom part. The watch has an automatic movement with day and date functions. This quick set model allows the date to be changed independently from the hour and minute hands using only the crown.
Bracelet
The watch is fitted on a solid 18K yellow gold President bracelet, featuring the signature semi-circular three-piece links. It includes the hidden clasp, exclusive to Day-Date models. The watch has 6 screws and will fit a 7.5 inch wrist.
Condition
The watch is in good overall condition with signs of wear consistent with age. Some hairline scratches are present on the case and bracelet. The crystal has some scratches between the 11 and 12 hour markers. The crystal can be replaced at no cost upon request. The bracelet shows minimal stretch for its age.
The watch has been tested for timekeeping accuracy and water resistance. The watch was serviced and is running to Rolex standards.
Specifications
Brand: Rolex
Model: Day-Date 36
Reference Number: 18038
Movement: Automatic
Case Material: Yellow gold
Bracelet Material: Yellow gold
Year of Production: 1984
Condition: The item shows visible and tangible signs of wear like scratches, scuffs, or small dents.
Most Recent Servicing: June 12, 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
Availability: Item is in stock
Caliber
Movement: Automatic
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
Other
Chronometer
Order Processing & Shipping
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Shipping
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International Shipping
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Shipments are sent via secure FedEx Express international service.
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Delivery times vary depending on destination and customs processing.
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