{"product_id":"rolex-day-date-18038-18k-yellow-gold-champagne-diamond-dial","title":"Rolex Day-Date 18038 - 18K Yellow Gold Champagne Diamond Dial","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Bridge To The Modern Day-Date\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe reference 18038 is a landmark model for the Day-Date. Introduced around 1977, it brought the collection into a new era by adding a sapphire crystal and, most importantly, the \"single quickset\" date function. This was a huge leap in convenience, allowing the owner to adjust the date independently without endlessly spinning the hands. The 18038 retains the classic 36mm proportions and solid gold presence of its predecessors, but with a movement that makes it far more practical for daily life. It is the perfect bridge between vintage charm and modern usability.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn Unpolished Survivor Example\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eWhat sets this Day-Date apart is its honesty. This is an unpolished survivor, a watch that has been worn and enjoyed but never artificially refinished. The champagne diamond dial is the definitive choice for a yellow gold President, offering a level of classic luxury that is instantly recognizable. Paired with the iconic President bracelet, this configuration represents the absolute peak of late 20th-century watch design.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHonest Case, Perfect Dial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThis example is in good overall condition. The yellow gold case is very good, retaining its original factory lines and sharp edges, consistent with an unpolished watch. The champagne diamond dial is perfect. The President bracelet shows almost no sag or stretch, which is remarkable for its age, but its original factory finish has softened over time. 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\u003eThe Foundational Gold Watch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThis is the quintessential statement piece, a watch that defined an entire era of success and style. Its value lies in its authenticity and unpolished state. For the collector who values originality over later refinishing, this 18038 offers the perfect combination of historical importance, iconic design, and honest preservation.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18038\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Day-Date\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra: \u003c\/strong\u003e1980s\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\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBezel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fluted\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e President\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits up to 7in\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Champagne Diamond\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 130.3g\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1471\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rolex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55482015547683,"sku":"11471","price":21000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/6099\/1523\/files\/DSCF2907_c5f60bf8-5efe-4ca7-a34c-b2fb5c2a263d.jpg?v=1786989947","url":"https:\/\/dannysvintagewatches.com\/products\/rolex-day-date-18038-18k-yellow-gold-champagne-diamond-dial","provider":"Danny's Vintage Watches","version":"1.0","type":"link"}