The Day-Date 18238 presents its 36 mm case in solid 18K yellow gold, finished with the fluted bezel that has become one of Rolex's most recognizable signatures. The champagne dial carries applied gold index hour markers, with the full day of the week displayed at 12 o'clock and the date at 3 o'clock brought into sharp focus by the scratch-resistant sapphire crystal's Cyclops lens.
Power comes from a self-winding chronometer movement, and quick-set functionality allows the day and date to be adjusted independently without running through the hours. This example is fitted with a custom blue leather strap and gold-plated buckle, pairing a contemporary touch against the warmth of the yellow gold case.
Dating to 1989, this reference 18238 is accompanied by its original box. The champagne dial and gold case combination remains one of the most enduring expressions in the Day-Date lineage, and this example — complete with its original box — makes a considered choice for the discerning collector.
