Rolex Day-Date 18039 with Birch Wood Dial

Dealer description — Collectors Corner NY

Introduced in 1956, the Rolex Day-Date was the first wristwatch to display both the date and the day of the week spelled out in full on its dial. Beyond this practical complication, it became associated with influential figures in the decades that followed, from celebrities to leaders of industry. After adorning the wrists of U.S. Presidents and other world leaders, the model earned its famous nickname, the "President." Today, the Day-Date stands among the most recognizable vintage Rolex watches and represents a tradition of Swiss watchmaking excellence, as well as Rolex's unwavering commitment to quality, precision, and enduring style. This five-digit example, circa 1979, offers a quickset date feature, comes in a rarer white gold case and houses a highly desirable birch wood dial, making for a beautiful, under-the-radar combination. We believe the birch dial to be more scarce than the burl-wood variant and it suits the white gold model with its lighter tones. This piece has remained in fantastic vintage condition and completely untouched with a highly well preserved dial. The case appears unpolished with sharp edges, and thick, symmetrical lugs. The hallmarks are deep and crisp. The bracelet is a later 8385/55BB which appears unpolished, shows light stretch and retains 22 links, fitting an approximate 7.5 inch wrist. For anyone looking for a truly seldom seen and special Day-Date, we're thrilled to offer such a striking example for your collection.