{"product_id":"rolex-day-date-blue-dial-18038-1978","title":"Rolex - Day-Date - Blue Dial - 18038 - 1978","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"89\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"89\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eRolex\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Day-Date 36 – Blue Dial – Ref. 18038 (1978)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"91\" data-end=\"390\"\u003eAn enduring symbol of prestige and achievement, the Rolex Day-Date Ref. 18038 stands as one of the most iconic luxury watches ever produced. Crafted entirely in solid 18k yellow gold, this 1978 example embodies the classic elegance that earned the Day-Date its legendary nickname: \u003cem data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"390\"\u003e“The President.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"392\" data-end=\"767\"\u003eThis particular piece is distinguished by its rich blue dial, a striking and less commonly seen configuration that offers a refined contrast against the warm gold case and bracelet. Adding an extra layer of character and collectability, the day display is presented \u003cstrong data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"671\"\u003ein French\u003c\/strong\u003e, a detail highly appreciated by seasoned collectors seeking uniqueness and international flair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"769\" data-end=\"1118\"\u003ePowered by Rolex’s automatic in-house movement, the Day-Date was the first wristwatch to display both the day of the week spelled out in full and the date, features that have since become signatures of the collection. Timeless, authoritative, and effortlessly elegant, this vintage Day-Date remains as relevant today as it was over four decades ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1123\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1125\" data-end=\"1145\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1145\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1555\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1170\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1170\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1162\"\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18038\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1189\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1189\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1978\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1230\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1230\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1201\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36 mm solid 18k yellow gold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1281\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1281\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1242\"\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue dial with day display in French\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1307\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1284\" data-end=\"1307\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1284\" data-end=\"1296\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sapphire\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1350\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1350\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1323\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Automatic Rolex movement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1351\" data-end=\"1417\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1417\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1367\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hours, minutes, date, day (spelled out in full)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1433\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18k yellow gold President bracelet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1471\" data-end=\"1555\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1555\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1486\"\u003eHeritage:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the most iconic and recognizable Rolex models ever produced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1557\" data-end=\"1560\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1735\"\u003eA true statement piece with historical significance, this Rolex Day-Date 18038 is ideal for collectors and connoisseurs who value heritage, exclusivity, and timeless design.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rolex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48304558113013,"sku":"A1923","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/9458\/0469\/files\/white-Photoroom_d797633a-9d59-4596-b85f-9ca85c3e6a69.webp?v=1782201448","url":"https:\/\/larevv.com\/products\/rolex-day-date-blue-dial-18038-1978","provider":"Larevv","version":"1.0","type":"link"}