{"product_id":"1989-rolex-day-date-18238-18k-yellow-gold-champagne-factory-diamond-dial","title":"1989 Rolex Day-Date 18238 - 18K Yellow Gold Champagne Factory Diamond Dial","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Factory Diamond Dial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThis Rolex Day-Date features a champagne sunburst dial set from the factory with eight round brilliant and two baguette-cut diamond hour markers. It's a configuration that Rolex produced in limited numbers, pairing its most prestigious model with a dial that fully commits to precious materials. The solid 18K yellow gold case and fluted bezel are standard for the reference, but the combination with this dial and a blue leather strap creates a distinct look. It has the weight and material of the classic Day-Date, presented in a combination that's anything but standard.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Double Quick-Set Caliber\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe reference 18238, introduced in 1988, houses the caliber 3155 movement. This was a significant step for the Day-Date family, as it introduced the double quick-set complication. For the first time, both the day and the date could be set independently using only the crown, without having to advance the main hands through a full 24-hour cycle. This 1989 example comes from the first full year of production for the reference, representing the moment Rolex's flagship watch gained its modern usability. It was delivered with an English day disc. The 182xx series would run for over a decade, establishing the double quick-set as the new standard for the model.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSharp Lines And Original Crown\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eSharp case lines and an original signed crown put this piece in Very Good Vintage Condition overall. The 36mm Oyster case retains its factory edges, and the original fluted bezel is well-defined. The factory-original signed crown is still fitted. The champagne dial is clean, with all original diamond markers secure and bright. This watch is mounted on a blue leather strap with a buckle, a replacement that complements the dial and case. As with every watch we offer, this piece has been verified as mechanically sound and is ready to wear.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn A Leather Strap\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe 36mm Day-Date on a leather strap wears differently from one on a full gold President bracelet. All the weight of the solid gold case is concentrated at the top of the wrist, giving it a substantial feel without the heft of a matching bracelet. This configuration gives the watch a lower profile and allows it to sit closer to the wrist. It offers the prestige of a solid gold Day-Date with a factory diamond dial, but in a form that's less formal and more adaptable than the all-gold standard. It stands as an alternative for wearing the Day-Date, rather than having the Day-Date wear you.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18238\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Day-Date\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1989\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Automatic\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36mm (Excluding Crown)\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBezel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18K Yellow Gold Fluted\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrap:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue Leather\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Champagne Sunburst, Factory Diamond Indices\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18K Yellow Gold\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 67.1g\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1909\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFit And Customization\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThis watch should feel like it was made for your wrist from the moment you put it on. That's why we offer:\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e• Strap Customization: Any two-piece strap swapped and custom-fitted in your choice of material, color, and length\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e• Standard Bracelet Sizing: Precise link additions or removals to achieve your exact fit\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e• Integrated Bracelet Sizing: A bespoke service few boutiques are equipped to handle\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e• Custom Caseback Engraving: Personalize your watch with initials, dates, or custom text engraved on the caseback\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eContact us about this item or your order, and we'll take it from there.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rolex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56053429829923,"sku":"11909","price":15500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/6099\/1523\/files\/DSCF4860_4438267.jpg?v=1794528229","url":"https:\/\/dannysvintagewatches.com\/products\/1989-rolex-day-date-18238-18k-yellow-gold-champagne-factory-diamond-dial","provider":"Danny's Vintage Watches","version":"1.0","type":"link"}