Rolex Day-Date 36 Day-Date 1803

Reference 1803

About this watch

The Rolex Day-Date 1803, also known as the 'Arab', is a stunning luxury watch that has captivated watch enthusiasts for decades. This iconic timepiece boasts a blend of classic elegance and innovative mechanics, featuring a distinctive Arabic numeral index on its dial. The self-winding Caliber 1556 movement powers this masterpiece with an impressive frequency of 19,800 beats per hour, ensuring precision and reliability. Crafted from solid yellow gold, the watch exudes luxury and sophistication, while its closed case back keeps the mechanism safe and sound. With a diameter of 36mm and lug width of 20mm, it sits comfortably on most wrists, making it versatile for both casual and formal occasions.

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Key Features

Rolex Caliber 1556 Movement
Yellow Gold Construction
Plexi Glass Crystal
50m Water Resistance
Arabic Numerals Dial Indexes
Stick Hands Design
Dual Display of Day and Date

Specifications

Brand

Rolex

Family

Day-Date 36

Model

Day-Date 1803

Reference

1803

Movement

1556

Movement Features

Hours, Minutes, Seconds
Date, Day
Chronometer

Case

Yellow Gold 36mm

Dial Color

Silver

Crystal

Plexi

Water Resistance

Current Listings

1976 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 | Champagne Dial | Unpolished

Rolex - 1803 · $10,250

A 1976 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 with a champagne dial, unpolished case, and brown leather strap.

Condition: Excellent
Case size: 36mm diameter
Serial number: 4,017,XXX
Dial color: Champagne

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Dec 13, 2025, 3:29 PM

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Rolex Day-Date 36 18K Yellow Gold Head Very Rare Dark Grey Dial 1973 (Serviced)

Rolex - 1803 · $11,400

A highly collectible Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 with a rare dark grey dial and crisp fluted bezel, presented in excellent condition.

Condition: Outstanding condition, with minimal prior polishing and near-mint dial
Year: 1973
Size: 36mm
Movement serviced: Yes, professionally serviced in November 2025 by a Rolex-trained watchmaker

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1967 Rolex 18K Yellow Gold No Lume Day-Date 1803

Rolex - 1803 · $8,300

This 1967 Rolex Day-Date is a beautiful, elegant watch that's surprisingly versatile and wearable. It features a slim, comfortable design and a champagne dial.

Condition: Excellent
Case Size: 36mm diameter
Movement: Automatic
Water Resistance: Passed pressure testing

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Dec 10, 2025, 11:43 PM

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Serviced Vintage Rolex Day-Date from 1966; $8000

Rolex - 1803 · $8,000

A vintage Rolex Day-Date from 1966, presented on a new leather strap with an automatic movement.

Movement: Cal 1556
Case material: 18k Solid Yellow Gold
Case size: 36mm

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Dec 10, 2025, 4:45 PM

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1967 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 | Non-Lume Silver Dial

Rolex - 1803 · $10,550

A 1967 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 in excellent condition, featuring a non-lume silver dial and 18k yellow gold case.

Condition: Excellent, with light signs of wear
Case Size: 36mm diameter
Serial Number: 1,667,XXX
Dial Type: Non-lume silver

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1966 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 | Champagne Dial

Rolex - 1803 · $9,999

This 1966 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 features a 36mm yellow gold case and a champagne dial with an English day disc, housed in a black leather strap with a matching buckle.

Condition: Excellent
Case size: 36mm
Diameter: 36mm
Serial number: 1,408,XXX

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Dec 10, 2025, 4:26 PM

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