Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces

Monaco, Dec 12, 2025

LOT 150

ROLEX, SWITZERLAND, REF. 1803, DAY-DATE WHITE GOLD

EUR 12,000 - 18,000

CHF 11,200 - 16,800 / HKD 110,000 - 164,000 / USD 14,000 - 20,900 / JPY 2,180,000 - 3,260,000

A fine 18k white gold self winding wristwatch with silver dial, day and date, with 18k white gold president bracelet


Grading System
Grade: AAA

Excellent

Case: 2-8

Very good

Slightly scratched

Movement: 2*

Very good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 2-02-6-10

Very good

HANDS Service hands

Slightly oxidized

Patinated

Brand Rolex, Switzerland

Model DAY-DATE WHITE GOLD

Reference 1803

Year 1972

Movement No. DD490329

Case No. 3139124

Bracelet Rolex President 18k white gold. Approx overall length: 175 mm

Diameter 36 mm

Caliber 1556, 26 jewels

Weight 122,68g

Signature Dial, case and movement

Notes

An elegant and timeless interpretation of Rolex’s most prestigious model, this Day-Date reference 1803 in solid white gold embodies the sophistication and powerful discretion that have defined the “President” line since its debut. Produced circa 1972, the watch pairs the iconic fluted bezel with a beautifully preserved silver dial, achieving a refined monochromatic aesthetic highly coveted among collectors of precious-metal Rolex.

The dial presents a clean and harmonious layout with english-language calendar indications, crisp black typography, and applied white-gold baton indexes. The hands have been professionally relumed, preserving visibility while maintaining coherence with the original luminous accents of the period. The “Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified” designation underscores the technical excellence delivered by the caliber 1556, one of Rolex’s most reliable automatic day-date movements of the era.

The strong 18K white-gold Oyster case retains pleasing geometry and presence, its classic 36 mm proportions reinforcing the understated power of the Day-Date design. Completing the ensemble, the watch is fitted with the prestigious and correct white-gold President bracelet, whose iconic semi-circular links combine comfort, strength, and unmistakable elegance.

Bearing serial number 3’139’124, this example aligns with early-1970s production, a period increasingly appreciated for its build quality and vintage charm. Its coherent originality, desirable white-gold configuration, and preserved condition make it a compelling opportunity for collectors seeking the purest expression of Rolex’s signature prestige watch.

A sophisticated and charismatic Day-Date 1803, embodying the perfect balance of technical excellence and discreet luxury, an essential piece for the connoisseur of vintage precious-metal Rolex.