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

1968 Rolex 1803 Day-Date 18k Rose Gold Sundust Rose Sigma Dial Portuguese Day Wheel

1968 Rolex 1803 Day-Date 18k Rose Gold Sundust Rose Sigma Dial Portuguese Day Wheel

Rolex - 1803 · $11,950
This 1968 Rolex Day-Date features a rose gold case with a fluted bezel, mounted on an unworn Asphalt Gray leather strap. The watch boasts a rose sunburst 'Sigma' dial with tritium-coated hands and a magnified date window.

  • Condition: Excellent vintage condition
  • Case size: 36mm
  • Diameter: 36mm diameter
  • Serial number: 1,783,xxx
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Feb 3, 2025, 11:36 AM
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1972 Rolex 18K YG Day-Date 1803 No lume Linen Sigma Dial

1972 Rolex 18K YG Day-Date 1803 No lume Linen Sigma Dial

Rolex - 1803 · $14,850
The watch features a thick and even 18k yellow gold case with an excellent fluted bezel, a no lume linen sigma dial with black top beveled markers, and a 22 link 18K yellow gold President bracelet.

  • Condition: Excellent
  • Serial Number: 3128XXX
  • Bracelet Length: 17.2 cm / 6.77"
  • Bezel Material: 18k yellow gold
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Feb 2, 2025, 10:07 AM
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1972 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 | Champagne Dial

1972 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 | Champagne Dial

Rolex - 1803 · $14,550
A 1972 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 with a champagne dial, featuring an 18K yellow gold 36mm case and a president bracelet.

  • Condition: Excellent
  • Case size: 36mm
  • Bracelet type: President
  • Material: 18K yellow gold
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Jan 29, 2025, 4:38 PM
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1962 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 | Silver Dial | Sword Hands

1962 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 | Silver Dial | Sword Hands

Rolex - 1803 · $7,950
This 1962 Rolex Day-Date features an 18k yellow gold case, silver non-lume dial with sword hands, and a Molequin strap with gold hardware. The watch has very light signs of wear.

  • Condition: Excellent condition
  • Case material: 18k yellow gold
  • Serial number: 748,XXX
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Jan 22, 2025, 2:18 PM
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[WTS] Rolex Day-Date 18038 - Reduced ‼️

Rolex Day-Date 18038 - Reduced ‼️

Rolex - 18038 · $7,795
The Rolex Day-Date ref. 18038 is an updated model with a classic aesthetic, featuring an 18k gold case and diamond bezel.

  • Condition: Excellent
  • Case width: 36mm
  • Movement update: Yes
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Jul 8, 2025, 2:20 PM
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[WTS] Rolex Day-Date 36 Yellow Gold Champagne 1973 (Serviced)

Rolex Day-Date 36 Yellow Gold Champagne 1973 (Serviced)

This Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 is presented head only with a yellow gold case and clean champagne dial that remains in excellent shape.

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Jun 30, 2025, 1:50 PM
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1979 Rolex 18K YG Day-Date 18038 Blue Vignette Diamond Dial

1979 Rolex 18K YG Day-Date 18038 Blue Vignette Diamond Dial

Rolex - 18038 · $19,750
A 1979 Rolex Day-Date 18K yellow gold watch featuring a blue vignette diamond dial and fluted bezel. The case, bezel, and bracelet are in excellent condition with only light signs of use.

  • Condition: Excellent with some light wear for its age
  • Serial Number: 6262XXX
  • Case Size: 40mm diameter
  • Bracelet Length: 22 links
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Mar 18, 2025, 9:19 AM
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