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1988 Rare Rolex Day-Date 36MM Oxblood Stella Dial Yellow Gold President Bracelet (18038)

Sold for $23,400 on 1/19/25Sold: $23,4004 Comments4 Comments
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Make: Rolex Model: Day-Date Year: 1988 Papers: Yes Box: Yes

This timepiece is in vintage condition, showing signs of wear on the crystal, dial, bezel, case, and bracelet. According to the seller, this timepiece received service in 2024. It includes boxes (inner and outer), additional items, and papers dated 1988.

The Rolex Day-Date (18038) features a 36mm yellow gold case paired with a matching fluted bezel. Its rare Oxblood Stella dial is adorned with golden hands and hour markers featuring luminous accents for improved visibility in low-light conditions, complemented by a day display at 12 o'clock and a date window at 3 o'clock, magnified by the iconic Cyclops lens. Completing the design is a yellow gold President bracelet secured by a hidden fold clasp. Bid now and make this exceptional timepiece yours!

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Jan 19th at 1:33 AM$23,400 bid placed by Maag8m8c5
Jan 19th at 1:32 AM$23,200 bid placed by Chhu8t8p0
Jan 19th at 1:32 AM$23,000 bid placed by Maag8m8c5
Jan 19th at 1:30 AM$22,200 bid placed by Chhu8t8p0
Jan 19th at 1:30 AM$22,000 bid placed by Maag8m8c5
Jan 19th at 1:29 AM$20,200 bid placed by Chhu8t8p0
Jan 19th at 1:28 AM$20,000 bid placed by Maag8m8c5
Jan 19th at 1:28 AM$18,200 bid placed by Chhu8t8p0
Jan 19th at 1:27 AM$18,000 bid placed by Maag8m8c5
Jan 19th at 1:27 AM$15,023 bid placed by Cask5u0m6
Jan 19th at 1:25 AM$14,823 bid placed by Chhu8t8p0
Jan 19th at 1:25 AM$14,623 bid placed by Maag8m8c5
Jan 19th at 1:24 AM$14,423 bid placed by Cask5u0m6
Jan 19th at 1:21 AM$14,223 bid placed by Maag8m8c5
Jan 19th at 1:12 AM$14,023 bid placed by Cask5u0m6
Jan 18th at 10:44 PM

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All case markings including the serial number are fully legible, without damage. The watch includes a professional independent insurance appraisal indicating a replacement value of $47,500.
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Jan 18th at 10:34 PM

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Hi! Is the serial code scratched and removed the watch case?
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Jan 17th at 7:49 AM$13,823 bid placed by Anka8z4v0
Jan 17th at 4:25 AM$13,623 bid placed by Teba6w7r2
Jan 17th at 3:08 AM

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Yes, it is fully linked. There are 23 links, which is standard as new for a 18038.
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Jan 17th at 2:54 AM

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Is this watch fully linked
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Jan 17th at 1:34 AM$13,423 bid placed by Anka8z4v0
Jan 17th at 1:31 AM$13,223 bid placed by Teba6w7r2
Jan 17th at 1:17 AM$13,023 bid placed by Anka8z4v0
Jan 16th at 4:24 PM$12,823 bid placed by Yofu6e0z4
Jan 16th at 3:45 PM$12,000 bid placed by Esre0d0y1
Jan 16th at 3:18 PM$9,200 bid placed by Yofu6e0z4
Jan 16th at 12:51 AM$9,000 bid placed by Anka8z4v0
Jan 15th at 4:43 AM$1,000 bid placed by Toma5n4s6
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Location: USA
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Condition: Vintage
Listing Details:
  • Reference Number: 18038
  • Case Material: Yellow Gold
  • Bezel Material: Yellow Gold
  • Case Diameter: 36mm
  • Crystal: Sapphire Crystal
  • Dial: Oxblood Stella
  • Dial Numerals: No Numerals
  • Bracelet Material: Yellow Gold
  • Movement: Automatic

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