Rolex Day-Date 36 Day-Date 1803

Reference 1803

Rolex Day-Date 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
50

Current Listings

[WTS] Rolex Day-Date 36 18K Rose Gold Head Door Stop Dial 1973 (Mint)

Rolex Day-Date 36 18K Rose Gold Head Door Stop Dial 1973 (Mint)

Rolex - 1803 · $10,850
This Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 in rose gold features a 'door stop' dial, crisp fluted bezel, and sharp lugs. The watch is fitted on a vintage brown ammo leather strap and has a refined presentation.

  • Condition: Mint, approaching like-new for a piece of its era
  • Case size: 36mm
  • Year of manufacture: 1973
  • Dial type: 'door stop' dial
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[WTS] 1960 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 | 18K Yellow Gold | Silver Doorstop Underline Dial

1960 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 | 18K Yellow Gold | Silver Doorstop Underline Dial

Rolex - 1803 · $10,550
A 1960 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 in 18K yellow gold with a rare silver doorstop underline dial and matching hands.

  • Condition: Excellent
  • Case size: 36mm diameter
  • Bezel type: 'fine-flute' fluted bezel
  • Dial description: silver doorstop underline dial
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Jan 31, 2026, 2:08 PM
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[WTS] Rolex Day-Date 36 18K Yellow Gold Head Very Rare Dark Grey Dial 1973 (Serviced)

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 in 18K Yellow Gold with a rare period-correct dark grey dial, presented in exceptional condition with crisp fluted bezel and preserved case integrity.

  • Condition: Outstanding condition, minimal prior polishing.
  • Dial color: dark grey
  • Bezel condition: crisp and well preserved
  • Movement serviced: November 2025 by a Rolex-trained watchmaker
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Jan 30, 2026, 5:30 PM
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[WTS] Rolex Day-Date 36 Yellow Gold Head 18K Factory Diamond Dial 1977 (Service Papers/Serviced)

Rolex Day-Date 36 Yellow Gold Head 18K Factory Diamond Dial 1977 (Service Papers/Serviced)

Rolex - 1803 · $10,950
This rare Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 is presented in all-original yellow gold configuration and features an original Rolex factory diamond dial.

  • Condition: very good overall condition
  • Diameter: 36mm
  • Year: 1977
  • Case material: yellow gold
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[WTS] 1967 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 | Silver Door Stop Dial | Spanish Day Wheel

1967 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 | Silver Door Stop Dial | Spanish Day Wheel

Rolex - 1803 · $9,750
A 1967 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 with a silver tritium door stop dial and matching hands, available at $9,750 shipped.

  • Condition: Excellent
  • Case Size: 36mm diameter
  • Bezel Material: 18K yellow gold
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Jan 25, 2026, 2:44 PM
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[WTS] 1967 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 | Non-Lume Silver Dial

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

Rolex - 1803 · $10,550
A 1967 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 with a non-lume silver dial and 36mm 18k yellow gold case is being offered. The watch features an open 6/9 date disc with English day disc.

  • Condition: Excellent
  • Case material: 18k yellow gold
  • Case size: 36mm
  • Dial description: Non-lume silver
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Jan 25, 2026, 2:42 PM
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[WTS] 1976 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 | Champagne Dial | Unpolished

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

Rolex - 1803 · $10,250
This 1976 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 features a 36mm unpolished 18k yellow gold case and an excellent condition tritium champagne dial, with aged lume in a golden hue.

  • Condition: Excellent with light signs of wear
  • Case size: 36mm diameter
  • Bracelet material: leather strap
  • Buckle material: gold-tone buckle
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Jan 25, 2026, 2:41 PM
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[WTS] Rolex Day-Date 36 18K Yellow Gold Head Silver Dial 1974 (Serviced)

Rolex Day-Date 36 18K Yellow Gold Head Silver Dial 1974 (Serviced)

Rolex - 1803 · $8,150
A 1974 Rolex Day-Date 36 in 18K yellow gold with a silver dial, presented in very good condition. The case retains thick lugs and the fluted bezel is crisp. The movement was last serviced in January 2025.

  • Condition: Very good overall condition
  • Year: 1974
  • Size: 36mm
  • Case Number: 4.1 million serial
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Jan 25, 2026, 1:51 PM
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[WTS] Rolex Day-Date 36 18K Yellow Gold Head Very Rare Dark Grey Dial 1973 (Serviced)

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

Rolex - 1803 · $11,400
  • Condition: outstanding condition with minimal prior polishing and near-mint dial
  • Size: 36mm diameter
  • Year: 1973
  • Serial Number: 3.7 million serial number
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