The 1986 Rolex Day-Date President is the crown jewel of the Rolex catalog. Debuting in 1956, the Day-Date is the first wristwatch to spell out all seven days of the week, a feat attributed to the extra-wide aperture at 12 o'clock on the dial. With a history as captivating as its design, the Day-Date earned its moniker as the "President" watch, gracing the wrists of luminaries like Presidents Lyndon B. Johnson, Gerald Ford, and Bill Clinton. The rumored gifting of a Day-Date by Marilyn Monroe to John F. Kennedy in 1962 only adds a dash of allure to its storied legacy. Released around the turn of the millennium, this Rolex Day-Date #118238 epitomizes quality craftsmanship, and a touch of modern allure. The black dial serves as a sleek canvas for the gold stick markers, balancing between simplicity and sophistication. The 18k Oyster bracelet, featuring semi-circular three-piece links and a concealed Crown and clasp is a valued hallmark. Rolex, founded by the visionary Hans Wilsdorf in 1905, harbored a dream beyond the ordinary—imagining a wristwatch that not only exuded elegance but also upheld unparalleled reliability. A watch that, quite literally, stands the test of time. Maker: Rolex Model: 118238 Day-Date President Year: c.2000 Material: 18K Yellow Gold Dial: Black Dial with Gold Stick Markers Movement: Automatic Case Measurement: 36mm Weight: 160 Grams Condition: Excellent Includes: Original Rolex Box Made in Switzerland All of our pre-owned watches are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic. Stephanie Windsor also guarantees the proper functioning of this watch mechanism for ONE year from the date of purchase. Any damage due to accidents and/or wear and tear is excluded from this warranty. We do not recommend that vintage / pre-owned watches be submerged in water as we do not guarantee any waterproofing. Stephanie Windsor is an independent watch dealer and is not authorized, endorsed, sponsored, associated with and/or affiliated with the original watchmaker brand. Stephanie Windsor only sells pre-owned, vintage and refurbished watches that are subject to one or more of the following: repair and replacement of damaged or worn parts, replacement of the original watch crystal with aftermarket crystals. The original maker of the watch is not under any obligation to service watches sold by Stephanie Windsor.
