The history of this Rolex Day-Date
The House of Rolex shook up the world of fine watchmaking in 1956 with the launch of the Day-Date. Designed for decision-makers and world leaders, it was the very first wristwatch to simultaneously display the date and the day of the week in full. This timepiece quickly established itself as the ultimate symbol of power and success. Initially designed for men of influence, it offered unrivalled legibility thanks to its two separate windows. The most famous anecdote surrounding this legendary model dates back to 1962, when Marilyn Monroe gave a yellow gold Day-Date to President John F. Kennedy for his birthday, with an intimate engraving on the back. The President immediately asked his assistant to remove the compromising piece. This Rolex Day-Date 128348RBR continues this prestigious lineage by combining historical heritage with a jewellery execution of absolute luxury.
Case, calibre and bracelet of this Day-Date
Fashioned in a block of 18-carat yellow gold from the manufacture's own foundries, this watch boasts a classic 36-millimetre diameter offering ideal, timeless proportions. The eye is immediately captivated by its shaded green lacquered dial, which subtly darkens towards the outside to create a hypnotic depth. This chromatic tableau is enhanced by 8 brilliant-cut diamonds and 2 baguette-cut diamonds marking the hours with majestic precision. The solid gold bezel is entirely set with factory-cut diamonds, adding spectacular brilliance to the whole. The scratch-resistant sapphire crystal is topped by the famous Cyclops magnifying glass for perfect readability. The heart of this timepiece is driven by the calibre 3255 self-winding mechanical movement. This state-of-the-art mechanism, certified as a superlative chronometer, has a generous 70-hour power reserve and beats at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour, guaranteeing absolute precision. The legendary solid gold President bracelet, with its 3 polished and brushed semi-circular links, hugs the wrist perfectly thanks to its invisible Crownclasp.
Why this Rolex watch
Acquiring this piece represents a rare opportunity for discerning collectors. The combination of yellow gold with the ombré green dial and diamond hour markers creates a striking contrast that is highly sought after in today's fine watch market. This precise jewellery configuration, sublimated by its factory-set bezel, is often unavailable in official boutiques due to the overwhelming international demand for coloured dials associated with precious metals. It offers a perfect balance between the heritage of an iconic model and a bold, resolutely contemporary aesthetic. It is a work of art on the wrist that embraces its status with natural elegance and incomparable strength of character destined to transcend fashions and eras.
Delivered contents and condition
This March 2024 timepiece comes to you in a perfectly complete set including its original green box, suede pouch, booklets and official warranty card. The watch has already been worn and is in very good overall condition. The solid gold case and bracelet show very slight signs of external wear inherent in occasional and respectful wear. The tension of the links is excellent and the mechanics work perfectly. To perfect your buying experience and meet the most exacting expectations, a bespoke polishing can be carried out on request to restore the yellow gold to its original dazzling brilliance.
Warranty and delivery
We guarantee the absolute authenticity of this exceptional piece. It benefits from its full Rolex manufacture warranty running until March 2029. We accept returns within 10 days according to our conditions. Switzerland's leading second hand retailer with the largest network of boutiques, we offer online booking for onsite fitting and collection or fully secure international shipping.
* Very good condition - watch already worn and polished. Slight signs of external wear. Case and bracelet in excellent condition overall.
