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

1987 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 18038

Rolex - 18038 · $14,500

A 1987 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 18038 in mint condition with a tight bracelet and excellent timekeeping.

Condition: Excellent (very little to no signs of wear)
Case Width: 36mm
Strap Length: 6.75 inches
Movement Type: Automatic

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Jan 31, 2025, 1:34 PM

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Rolex Day Date Wood Burl Dial 36mm 18038 18248 18308 18048 18078 18238 18248

Rolex - 36mm · $4,000

Rare Rolex Day Date Wood Burl Dial in mint condition, a very rare find.

Condition: Mint
Diameter: 36mm

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Jan 24, 2025, 11:04 AM

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1978 Rolex Day-Date 18038 Champagne Linen Dial

Rolex - 18038 · $14,750

This 1978 Rolex Day-Date features a champagne linen dial, chunky gold case, and President bracelet. The watch has aged evenly and remains in great condition for its age.

Condition: Pre-owned with some signs of aging and minor marks
Diameter: 36mm
Bracelet size: fits up to 7.25in wrist

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Jan 23, 2025, 4:29 PM

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UNPOLISHED 1987 ROLEX 18038 Daydate 36mm Single Quick with Papers

ROLEX - 18038 · $17,680

This 1987 ROLEX Daydate is a single quick model featuring a champagne dial and presidential bracelet, with a 36mm case size.

Condition: Excellent
Case material: 18K Yellow Gold
Diameter: 36mm

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Jan 21, 2025, 9:51 PM

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Rolex Day-Date 36mm Ref.18238 Double Quickset Box/Papers

Rolex - 18238 · $19,500

A stunning Rolex Day-Date 36mm in solid 18k gold with a rare ruby-string dial. The watch is clean and well-maintained with thick lugs and sharp edges.

Condition: pre-owned, great condition
Case diameter: 36mm
Bracelet length: 7.25"
Serial number: N***** (dates to 1991)

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May 1, 2025, 8:08 PM

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Rolex Day-Date 36mm Ref.18238 Double-Quickset Box & Papers $17,500

Rolex - 18238 · $17,500

A beautiful Champagne Diamond Dial solid 18K gold Rolex Day-Date in very clean condition with thick lugs and sharp edges, complete with Box & Papers.

Condition: Very good pre-owned
Case Size: 36mm diameter
Bracelet Length: 7.25 inches (fits a 7.25 inch wrist)
Serial Number: L***** (1989 model)

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Rolex Day-Date 36 Full Gold Lapis Lazuli Dial 1983 (Full-Set/Unpolished/Serviced) 🗿

Rolex - 18038 · $20,975

This Rolex Day-Date 36 features a lapis lazuli dial and an original D'Augusto bracelet. The watch has been well-preserved in its original condition, with a factory-finished case and a unique, aftermarket dial.

Condition: Full-Set/Unpolished/Serviced
Bracelet: D'Aguilo, virtually no stretch
Case back: retains original sticker with expected signs of age
Dial: aftermarket blue lapis lazuli, uniquely textured due to natural variations in lapis stone

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Apr 22, 2025, 1:16 PM

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Rolex Day-Date 36mm President 18k Yellow gold 18238 Grey Myriad Diamond dial Double Q

Rolex - 18238 · $20,000

This Rolex Day-Date features a 36mm case, Very Rare Myriad Grey Diamond Roman dial, and Fluted bezel from 1992. It comes with a complete set, box, papers, and both tags.

Case size: 36mm
Material: 18k Yellow gold
Dial type: Myriad Grey Diamond Roman

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