1982 Rolex Day-Date 36 18038 - 18K Yellow Gold Champagne Diamond Dial Rolex Great Shape With Transparent Disclosure

Great Shape With Transparent Disclosure

Strap: Alligator

Ferrite is an iron-rich mineral that offers a distinct industrial grey aesthetic with a micro-crystalline structure that catches the light differently than any standard lacquer dial

Unpolished Case

The Grima Design Language

1982 Rolex Day-Date 36 18038 - 18K Yellow Gold Champagne Diamond Dial Rolex Great Shape With Transparent DisclosureThe Foundational Modern Day Date The reference 18038 is a landmark for the Rolex Day Date. Introduced in the late 1970s, it brought the model line into the modern era by introducing the high beat Caliber 3055 with a single quick set date function and a scratch resistant sapphire crystal. This was a significant technical leap, offering far more convenience than the preceding four digit references. This piece retains the classic 36mm solid gold