Rolex Day-Date 36 Day-Date 36 Yellow Gold Domed / Oyster / Cognac

Reference 118208-0343

About this watch

The Rolex Day-Date 36 Yellow Gold Domed / Oyster / Cognac stands out as an emblem of sophistication and craftsmanship. This timepiece captures the essence of elegance and sophistication with its stunning yellow gold case and striking Cognac dial. The combination of the bronze color and shiny gold creates an eye-catching contrast that's hard to ignore. Equipped with stick hands that glide smoothly across the dial, this watch not only looks good but is also incredibly functional. At the heart of the Day-Date 36 is the Rolex Caliber 3155, a self-winding mechanical movement designed entirely in-house by Rolex. This powerhouse boasts a day and date calendar disc mechanism, precision, reliability, and advanced features such as the day and date function. The watch comes with an iconic Oyster bracelet known for its comfort and robustness, providing a luxurious feel while ensuring a secure fit on your wrist. With a water resistance of up to 100 meters, this watch can handle daily wear and splashing in the pool or caught in an unexpected rain shower. The Rolex Day-Date 36 is not just a timepiece; it's a statement piece that embodies elegance, precision, and reliability.

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Key Features

Yellow Gold Case
Rolex Caliber 3155 Movement
Cognac Sunburst Dial
Water Resistance up to 100 meters
Sapphire Glass
Oyster Bracelet
Certified Swiss Chronometer

Specifications

Brand

Rolex

Family

Day-Date 36

Model

Day-Date 36 Yellow Gold Domed / Oyster / Cognac

Reference

118208-0343

Movement

3155

Movement Features

Hours, Minutes, Seconds
Date, Day
Chronometer

Case

Yellow Gold 36mm

Dial Color

Bronze

Crystal

Sapphire

Water Resistance

100

Current Listings

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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Rolex Day-Date 36 Full Yellow Gold White Cream Dial Roman Numerals 1985 (Serviced)

Rolex - 18038 · $16,250

This is a Rolex Day-Date 36 in full yellow gold, featuring a white Roman dial and period-correct details. The watch has been professionally serviced and passed a 3ATM pressure test.

Condition: very nice condition, minor stretch on the bracelet
Size: 36mm diameter
Year: 1985
Serial number: 9.1 million serial

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Jan 25, 2026, 1:51 PM

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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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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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Rolex Day-Date 36mm Ref.18048 / Black Diamond Dial with Diamond Bezel

Rolex - 18048 · $21,000

a completely unpolished and rare 1983 Rolex Day-Date reference 18048 single quickset with a Black Diamond Dial and factory diamond bezel.

Condition: Unpolished, with heavy patina throughout
Case Size: 36mm
Movement: 3035 Single-Quickset
Crystal Type: Sapphire

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Jan 19, 2026, 8:42 PM

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Rolex Day-Date 36mm Ref.18238 / Watch Only / Great Shape

Rolex - 18238 · $18,500

This is a classic 1988 Rolex Day-Date with a champagne stick dial, featuring a double quickset movement and 36mm case in solid 18k gold.

Condition: Excellent pre-owned condition
Case size: 36mm
Case material: solid 18k gold
Diameter: 36mm

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Jan 17, 2026, 8:01 PM

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Rolex Day-Date 36 Yellow Gold Real Lapis Lazuli Aftermarket Dial 1979 (Serviced)

Rolex - 18038 · $11,300

A 1979 Rolex Day-Date 36 Yellow Gold with a genuine lapis lazuli stone aftermarket dial, presented as a head-only configuration.

Condition: Very nice condition, minor surface marks on crystal.
Size: 36mm
Year: 1979
Case depth rating: 30m (3ATM)

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Jan 16, 2026, 2:12 PM

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Rolex Day-Date 36 Full Yellow Gold White Cream Dial Roman Numerals 1985 (Serviced)

Rolex - 18038 · $16,250

This Rolex Day-Date 18038 is a full yellow gold model from 1985, featuring a white Roman dial and fluted bezel. The watch has been professionally serviced and runs properly, with a pressure test passed at 30m.

Condition: Very nice condition, minor signs of wear consistent with age.
Size: 36mm diameter
Year: 1985
Movement service: professionally serviced in November 2025

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Jan 16, 2026, 2:12 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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Mar 14, 2025, 8:50 AM

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