Few watches carry the cultural weight of the Day-Date, a model that has displayed both the day and date spelled out in full since its 1956 introduction. This 36mm example is cased in 18K yellow gold and rides on a matching President bracelet featuring semi-circular three-piece links secured by a concealed folding Crownclasp. A fixed diamond bezel encircles the dial and adds considerable brilliance to the overall presentation.
The carnelian dial is the undeniable centerpiece — a semi-precious stone rendered in a rich orange hue. Diamond-set hour markers appear alongside Roman numerals at 6 and 9, blending precious materials across the dial in a considered, balanced way. Gold-tone hands and scratch-resistant sapphire crystal complete the face, while a screw-down crown reinforces the case. The movement is automatic, displaying hours, minutes, seconds, date, and day.
Powering reference 128348RBR-0049 is the Rolex Calibre 3255, which incorporates a Chronergy escapement, a paramagnetic blue Parachrom hairspring, and a 70-hour power reserve. Produced in 2024, this Day-Date is offered with its original box and papers.
