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
50

Current Listings

[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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Jan 23, 2026, 12:47 PM
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[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 is presented in outstanding original condition with sharp lugs and crisp bezel, featuring its original and highly desirable 'door stop' dial.

  • Condition: Mint
  • Case size: 36mm
  • Year: 1973
  • Dial type: rose gold 'door stop' dial
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Jan 22, 2026, 10:55 AM
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[WTS] 1961 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 | Champagne Non-Lume Dial | Early Fine-Flute Bezel

1961 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 | Champagne Non-Lume Dial | Early Fine-Flute Bezel

Rolex - 1803 · $10,250
This is a 1961 Rolex Day-Date with a champagne non-lume dial and an early fine-flute bezel. The case is in excellent condition, fitted with a green leather strap and a gold-tone buckle.

  • Condition: Excellent
  • Case size: 36mm diameter
  • Bezel type: early fine-flute fluted bezel
  • Dial color: champagne
Posted at
Jan 21, 2026, 11:35 AM
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[WTS] 1972 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 | Champagne Dial

1972 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 | Champagne Dial

Rolex - 1803 · $9,999
A 1972 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 with a champagne dial, 18k yellow gold case and black leather strap is for sale. The watch features a tritium dial with aged lume and an open 6/9 date disc.

  • Condition: Excellent
  • Case size: 36mm
  • Serial number: 3043XXX
  • Dial condition: Excellent
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Jan 21, 2026, 11:33 AM
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1976 Rolex 1803 18k Yellow Gold Matte Black Dial Day-Date

1976 Rolex 1803 18k Yellow Gold Matte Black Dial Day-Date

Rolex - 1803 · $15,970
This 1976 Rolex 1803 features a 36mm 18k yellow gold case and a matte black dial with gold appliques. It is paired with an 18k yellow gold President bracelet.

  • Year: 1976
  • Case diameter: 36mm
  • Bracelet type: President
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Apr 1, 2025, 1:16 AM
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1973 Rolex 18K YG Day-Date 1803 Champagne Dial

1973 Rolex 18K YG Day-Date 1803 Champagne Dial

Rolex - 1803 · $17,750
A 1973 Rolex Day-Date in excellent condition, featuring a 18K yellow gold case with a warm patina and a champagne dial with aged lume. The watch has a President bracelet with a folding clasp and measures 19.7cm or 7 3/4in in diameter.

  • Condition: Excellent
  • Serial Number: 3507XXX
  • Bracelet Size: 18-link, fits 7 3/4in (19.7cm) wrist
Posted at
Mar 26, 2025, 6:23 PM
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1973 Rolex 18K YG Day-Date 1803 Champagne Dial

1973 Rolex 18K YG Day-Date 1803 Champagne Dial

Rolex - 1803 · $18,750
A 1973 Rolex Day-Date 18K yellow gold watch with a champagne dial and fluted bezel, showing minimal wear for its age. The case, bezel, and bracelet are all in excellent condition. The light champagne dial has aged to a warm creamy hue.

  • Condition: Excellent
  • Serial Number: 3507XXX
  • Bezel Type: fluted
Posted at
Mar 20, 2025, 12:43 PM
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1976 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 | Chapter Ring Dial

1976 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 | Chapter Ring Dial

Rolex - 1803 · $8,950
This 1976 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 features an 18k yellow gold 36mm case with a champagne dial and English day disc.

  • Condition: Excellent
  • Case size: 36mm diameter
  • Serial number: 4,219,XXX
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Feb 27, 2025, 7:28 PM
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1964 Rolex 1803 18k Yellow Gold Tropical Day-Date

1964 Rolex 1803 18k Yellow Gold Tropical Day-Date

Rolex - 1803 · $29,750
This 1964 Rolex Day-Date features a unique tropical dial, 36mm 18k Yellow Gold case, and an 18k Yellow Gold President bracelet.

  • Case size: 36mm
  • Dial type: Tropical Black Claw Gold Dial
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Feb 26, 2025, 4:50 PM
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