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Day Date 1803

Vintage 1960s Rolex Day-Date 1803 18k YG Champagne Claw Dial Auto 36mm
Vintage 1960s Rolex Day-Date 1803 18k YG Champagne Claw Dial Auto 36mm

Vintage 1960s Rolex Day-Date 1803 18k YG Champagne Claw Dial Auto 36mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The Original Rolex Flagship The Day-Date 1803 defined the top of the Rolex catalog for a generation.

Category

Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex President Day Date 1803 18k Solid Gold 1970s Mens Diamond Automatic RA659
Rolex President Day Date 1803 18k Solid Gold 1970s Mens Diamond Automatic RA659

Rolex President Day Date 1803 18k Solid Gold 1970s Mens Diamond Automatic RA659

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Luxury icon, Rolex 18k solid gold Day-Date ref.1803 "The President" with diamond hour set, c.1973, in excellent working condition!

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 1957 Rolex Day-Date 1803 18K YG Champagne Dial Auto 36mm
Vintage 1957 Rolex Day-Date 1803 18K YG Champagne Dial Auto 36mm

Vintage 1957 Rolex Day-Date 1803 18K YG Champagne Dial Auto 36mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Key Specs Reference: 1803 Model: Day-Date Year: 1957 Movement: Automatic Case Size: 36mm Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Fluted Strap: Leather Dial: Champagne Pie-Pan Metal: 18K Yellow Gold ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1969 Rolex Day-Date 1803 18K Rose Gold Pink Salmon Dial Auto 36mm
Vintage 1969 Rolex Day-Date 1803 18K Rose Gold Pink Salmon Dial Auto 36mm

Vintage 1969 Rolex Day-Date 1803 18K Rose Gold Pink Salmon Dial Auto 36mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Key Specs Reference: 1803 Model: Day-Date 36 Year: 1969 Movement: Automatic Case Size: 36mm Bezel: 18K Rose Gold Fluted Bracelet: 18K Yellow Gold President Bracelet Length: 7.15in D...

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage 1977 Rolex Day-Date 1803 18K Yellow Gold Oxblood Stella Dial Auto 36mm
Vintage 1977 Rolex Day-Date 1803 18K Yellow Gold Oxblood Stella Dial Auto 36mm

Vintage 1977 Rolex Day-Date 1803 18K Yellow Gold Oxblood Stella Dial Auto 36mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Key Specs Reference: 1803 Model: Day-Date Year: 1977 Movement: Automatic Case Size: 36mm Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Fluted Bracelet: 18K Yellow Gold President Bracelet Length: 7in Dial:...

Category

Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Rare Day-Date NOS Omani Dial 1803
Rolex Rare Day-Date NOS Omani Dial 1803

Rolex Rare Day-Date NOS Omani Dial 1803

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A rare NOS Day-Date crafted in 18k yellow gold by Rolex. Featuring a silver dial with applied hour markers, an Omani crest representing Oman's national symbol at 6 o'clock and a fixe...

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex President 1803 Day-Date 18K Gold 36mm Watch
Rolex President 1803 Day-Date 18K Gold 36mm Watch

Rolex President 1803 Day-Date 18K Gold 36mm Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex President 1803 Day-Date 18k Gold Watch with Aftermarket MOP Diamond Dial.

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Rolex Day Date President 18k White Gold Watch Ref. 1803
Vintage Rolex Day Date President 18k White Gold Watch Ref. 1803

Vintage Rolex Day Date President 18k White Gold Watch Ref. 1803

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The Vintage Rolex Day-Date President Ref. 1803 is a timeless expression of luxury and prestige, crafted in solid 18k white gold and presented on an elegant leather strap.

Category

Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Day-Date 36 Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Watch 1803
Rolex Day-Date 36 Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Watch 1803

Rolex Day-Date 36 Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Watch 1803

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

-Mint condition -Single quick -18k Yellow Gold -Case size: 36mm -Diamond Hour Markers -Aftermarket Dial: Black -Aftermarket Diamond Bezel -Diamond: 3.25ct, VS clarity, G color -Comes...

Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Rolex President Day Date 18K Rose Gold 1803 36mm Original Rolex Box
Rolex President Day Date 18K Rose Gold 1803 36mm Original Rolex Box

Rolex President Day Date 18K Rose Gold 1803 36mm Original Rolex Box

By Rolex

Located in San Diego, CA

Style Number: 1803 Serial: 215*** Year: 1969 Model: Rolex President Day Date Case Material: 18K Rose Gold Band: 18K Rose Gold Bezel: 18K Rose Gold Dial: Champagne Face: Acrylic C...

Category

Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Rolex Day Date President 1803 Buckley Dial 18K Yellow Gold Leather Strap
Rolex Day Date President 1803 Buckley Dial 18K Yellow Gold Leather Strap

Rolex Day Date President 1803 Buckley Dial 18K Yellow Gold Leather Strap

By Rolex

Located in San Diego, CA

Style Number: 1803 Serial: 3841*** Year: 1974 Model: Rolex Day Date Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: Custom Leather Band Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Dial: ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Rolex 1803 Oyster Day Date 18k Gold Mens 1970s 36mm Diamond Automatic RA659B
Rolex 1803 Oyster Day Date 18k Gold Mens 1970s 36mm Diamond Automatic RA659B

Rolex 1803 Oyster Day Date 18k Gold Mens 1970s 36mm Diamond Automatic RA659B

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Iconic luxury, 18k solid gold Rolex Oyster Day-Date ref.1803 "The President" with diamond hour set, c.1973, in excellent working condition!

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 1971 Rolex Day-Date 36 18K YG 1803 Auto Champagne Diamond Dial 36mm
Vintage 1971 Rolex Day-Date 36 18K YG 1803 Auto Champagne Diamond Dial 36mm

Vintage 1971 Rolex Day-Date 36 18K YG 1803 Auto Champagne Diamond Dial 36mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The Original President Formula The reference 1803 is the watch that established the Day-Date as the definitive luxury flagship.

Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Day-Date President Diamond Men's Watch 1803 Yellow Gold 18k Auto 1Yr Wnty
Rolex Day-Date President Diamond Men's Watch 1803 Yellow Gold 18k Auto 1Yr Wnty

Rolex Day-Date President Diamond Men's Watch 1803 Yellow Gold 18k Auto 1Yr Wnty

By Rolex

Located in Greensboro, NC

Brand: Rolex Model: Day-Date President Model Number: 1803 Movement: Automatic Warranty: One Year Date: 1964 Movement Maker: Swiss Dial Color: Aftermarket Champagne Diamond Metal Con...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Very Rare Day-Date Vintage Gents 18k Yellow Gold Champagne Omani Dial 1803
Rolex Very Rare Day-Date Vintage Gents 18k Yellow Gold Champagne Omani Dial 1803

Rolex Very Rare Day-Date Vintage Gents 18k Yellow Gold Champagne Omani Dial 1803

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A 36 mm Very Rare 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Day-Date Vintage Gents Wristwatch, champagne dial with applied hour markers, day at 12 0'clock, date at 3 0'clock, Omani Crest at 6...

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex 18Kt Solid Gold "President" Day-Date circa
Rolex 18Kt Solid Gold "President" Day-Date circa

Rolex 18Kt Solid Gold "President" Day-Date circa

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Day-Date / Reference 1803 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1974 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44mm "Lug Tip to Lug...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage 1970s Rolex President 18K Yellow Gold 20mm Lug Bracelet
Vintage 1970s Rolex President 18K Yellow Gold 20mm Lug Bracelet

Vintage 1970s Rolex President 18K Yellow Gold 20mm Lug Bracelet

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Key Specs Reference: President Series Type: President Bracelet Era: 1970s Lug Width: 20mm Compatibility: Fits Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 and 18038 Metal: 18K Yellow Gold

Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

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Rolex Day-Date 1803, Champagne Dial Certified Authentic
Rolex Day-Date 1803, Champagne Dial Certified Authentic

Rolex Day-Date 1803, Champagne Dial Certified Authentic

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Day-Date Reference #:1803. Rolex President Day-Date 1803 Papers Automatic Vintage Watch Wide Boy 18K 36mm.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Day-Date 1803 18K Rose Gold Mens Automatic Watch
Rolex Day-Date 1803 18K Rose Gold Mens Automatic Watch

Rolex Day-Date 1803 18K Rose Gold Mens Automatic Watch

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H 0.52 in W 0.79 in Dm 1.38 in L 7.52 in

Rolex Day-Date 1803 18K Rose Gold Mens Automatic Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Day-Date 1803 18K Rose Gold Mens Automatic Watch 36MM

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Rolex President Day-Date 1803 Papers Automatic Vintage Watch Wide Boy 18 Karat
Rolex President Day-Date 1803 Papers Automatic Vintage Watch Wide Boy 18 Karat

Rolex President Day-Date 1803 Papers Automatic Vintage Watch Wide Boy 18 Karat

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Day-Date Reference #:1803. Rolex President Day-Date 1803 Papers Automatic Vintage Watch Wide Boy 18K 36mm.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Day-Date 1803, Green Dial, Certified and Warranty
Rolex Day-Date 1803, Green Dial, Certified and Warranty

Rolex Day-Date 1803, Green Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Day-Date Reference #: 1803. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Yellow Gold Green 36 MM.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Day-Date 1803, Green Dial, Certified and Warranty
Rolex Day-Date 1803, Green Dial, Certified and Warranty

Rolex Day-Date 1803, Green Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Day-Date Reference #: 1803. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Yellow Gold Green 36 MM.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Day Date President 1803 Men's Watch
Rolex Day Date President 1803 Men's Watch

Rolex Day Date President 1803 Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Day-Date President 1803 Men's Watch. 36mm 18k Yellow gold case with fluted bezel.

Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Rolex Day Date President 1803 Men's Watch
Rolex Day Date President 1803 Men's Watch

Rolex Day Date President 1803 Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Day-Date President 1803 Men's Watch. 36mm 18k Yellow gold case.

Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Rolex White Gold Day Date automatic Wristwatch Ref 1803
Rolex White Gold Day Date automatic Wristwatch Ref 1803

Rolex White Gold Day Date automatic Wristwatch Ref 1803

By Rolex

Located in Munich, Bavaria

Day Date Ref. 1803 Very nice Day-Date CASE screwed case, white-gold, acrylic glass, screw-down crown, d=36mm MOVEMENT caliber Rolex 1555, automatic, chronometer, day date ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date Automatic Wristwatch Ref 1803
Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date Automatic Wristwatch Ref 1803

Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date Automatic Wristwatch Ref 1803

By Rolex

Located in Munich, Bavaria

Day Date Ref. 1803 Very nice Day-Date CASE screwed case, yellow-gold, acrylic glass, screw-down crown, no. 3.4 mio, d=36mm MOVEMENT caliber Rolex 1556, automatic, chronomete...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

1972 Rolex Day Date Oxblood Stella 'Qaboos' Ref. 1803
1972 Rolex Day Date Oxblood Stella 'Qaboos' Ref. 1803

1972 Rolex Day Date Oxblood Stella 'Qaboos' Ref. 1803

By Rolex

Located in Dubai, AE

We have here a pristine example of a Rolex Day Date reference 1803 in yellow gold from 1973.

Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Rolex Day-Date President Ref. 1803 Watch, 1970
Vintage Rolex Day-Date President Ref. 1803 Watch, 1970

Vintage Rolex Day-Date President Ref. 1803 Watch, 1970

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1970 Vintage Rolex Day-Date President Ref. 1803 18k Yellow Gold watch with Original Champagne Dial with Applied 18k Yellow Gold Beveled Stick/Bar/Baton Markers with Black Inserts. 36...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

1966 Rolex Day Date Pink Gold Oyster Bracelet Ref.1803
1966 Rolex Day Date Pink Gold Oyster Bracelet Ref.1803

1966 Rolex Day Date Pink Gold Oyster Bracelet Ref.1803

By Rolex

Located in Dubai, AE

Specifications Brand: Rolex Model: Day Date Ref. No.: 1803 Serial No.: 1377xxx Year: 1966 Gender: Gents Case Size: 36mm Case: Very nice vintage condition case showing light wear from...

Category

Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Pink Gold Day Date Wristwatch Ref 1803 Circa 1960
Rolex Pink Gold Day Date Wristwatch Ref 1803 Circa 1960

Rolex Pink Gold Day Date Wristwatch Ref 1803 Circa 1960

By Rolex

Located in Munich, Bavaria

Rolex Day Date Ref. 1803 First generation Swiss dial Case - Screwed case, pink-gold, acrylic glass, screw-down crown, d=36mm Movement - Caliber Rolex 1555, automatic, chronom...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Yellow gold Day Date Automatic Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 1803
Rolex Yellow gold Day Date Automatic Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 1803

Rolex Yellow gold Day Date Automatic Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 1803

By Rolex

Located in Munich, Bavaria

Day Date Ref. 1803 CASE screwed case, yellow-gold, acrylic glass, screw-down crown, no. 2.6mio, d=36mm MOVEMENT caliber Rolex 1556, automatic, chronometer, day date DIAL ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Day-Date President 1803 Wide Boy Yellow Gold Men's Watch
Rolex Day-Date President 1803 Wide Boy Yellow Gold Men's Watch

Rolex Day-Date President 1803 Wide Boy Yellow Gold Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date President 1803. 18K Yellow gold 36mm case with a yellow gold fluted bezel.

Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Rolex Day-Date 18 Karat Yellow Gold Automatic Men's Watch 1803
Rolex Day-Date 18 Karat Yellow Gold Automatic Men's Watch 1803

Rolex Day-Date 18 Karat Yellow Gold Automatic Men's Watch 1803

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Brand: Rolex Band Color: Brown Gender: Men's Case Size: 36mm MPN: Does Not Apply Lug Width: 20mm Features: 12-Hour Dial, Gold Bezel, Swiss Made, Swiss Movement Style: Luxury Move...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex White Gold Vintage Day-Date President 1803 Wristwatch, circa 1967
Rolex White Gold Vintage Day-Date President 1803 Wristwatch, circa 1967

Rolex White Gold Vintage Day-Date President 1803 Wristwatch, circa 1967

By Rolex

Located in Houston, TX

Brand: Rolex Metal: 18k White Gold Model: DAY-DATE President Size: 36MM Bezel: 18k Fluted Band: Custom Leather Band Buckle: Stainless Steel Rolex Buckle Dial: Diamond Yea...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Day-Date 1803 18K White Gold Men's Watch
Rolex Day-Date 1803 18K White Gold Men's Watch

Rolex Day-Date 1803 18K White Gold Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck, NY

Rolex Day-Date 1803 Men's Watch. 36mm 18K White Gold case. 18K White Gold fluted bezel.

Category

Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Rolex Day Date 1803 18K Yellow Gold Men's Watch
Rolex Day Date 1803 18K Yellow Gold Men's Watch

Rolex Day Date 1803 18K Yellow Gold Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck, NY

Rolex Day-Date 1803 men's watch 36mm 18k yellow gold case with 18K yellow gold fluted bezel.

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Day Date 1803 18K Yellow Gold Men's Watch
Rolex Day Date 1803 18K Yellow Gold Men's Watch

Rolex Day Date 1803 18K Yellow Gold Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck, NY

Rolex Day-Date 1803 men's watch. 36mm 18k Yellow gold case with 18K yellow gold fluted bezel. Silver dial with gold luminous hands and index hour markers.

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Day Date 1803 18K White Gold Mens Watch
Rolex Day Date 1803 18K White Gold Mens Watch

Rolex Day Date 1803 18K White Gold Mens Watch

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck, NY

Rolex Day-Date 1803 Mens Watch. 36mm 18k white gold case with  18K white gold fluted bezel. 

Category

Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

1965 18k Yellow Gold Rolex Day-Date 1803 Model
1965 18k Yellow Gold Rolex Day-Date 1803 Model

1965 18k Yellow Gold Rolex Day-Date 1803 Model

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H 1.42 in W 0.56 in Dm 1.42 in

1965 18k Yellow Gold Rolex Day-Date 1803 Model

By Rolex

Located in Media, PA

This is a rare and fabulous vintage 1965 18K yellow gold Rolex Day-Date 1803 with a double-hyphen dial. It comes with both the watch, and the strap.

Category

Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Day Date 1803 Gold Champagne Dial Custom Diamond 16 Carat Men's Watch
Rolex Day Date 1803 Gold Champagne Dial Custom Diamond 16 Carat Men's Watch

Rolex Day Date 1803 Gold Champagne Dial Custom Diamond 16 Carat Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Day Date 1803 Yellow Gold Champagne Dial Custom Diamond 16ct Mens Watch This pre-owned Rolex Day Date 1803 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by an automatic move...

Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Day Date 1803 18K Yellow Gold Buckley Dial Men's Watch
Rolex Day Date 1803 18K Yellow Gold Buckley Dial Men's Watch

Rolex Day Date 1803 18K Yellow Gold Buckley Dial Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck, NY

Rolex Day-Date 1803 men's watch 36mm 18k yellow gold case with 18K yellow gold fluted bezel. Silver dial with black hands and black Roman numeral hour markers.

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Day Date 1803 18K Yellow Gold Venezuelan Bracelet Men's Watch
Rolex Day Date 1803 18K Yellow Gold Venezuelan Bracelet Men's Watch

Rolex Day Date 1803 18K Yellow Gold Venezuelan Bracelet Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck, NY

Rolex Day-Date 1803 Men's Watch. 36mm 18k Yellow gold case with 18K yellow gold fluted bezel.

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Day Date 1803 18K Yellow Gold Buckley Dial Men's Watch
Rolex Day Date 1803 18K Yellow Gold Buckley Dial Men's Watch

Rolex Day Date 1803 18K Yellow Gold Buckley Dial Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck, NY

Rolex Day-Date 1803 men's watch 36mm 18k yellow gold case with 18K yellow gold fluted bezel. Silver dial with black hands and black Roman numeral hour markers.

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Day Date 1803 18K Yellow Gold Linen Dial Vintage Men's Watch Box & Paper
Rolex Day Date 1803 18K Yellow Gold Linen Dial Vintage Men's Watch Box & Paper

Rolex Day Date 1803 18K Yellow Gold Linen Dial Vintage Men's Watch Box & Paper

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck, NY

Rolex Day-Date 1803 men's watch. 36mm 18k Yellow gold case with 18K yellow gold fluted bezel. Silver linen dial with gold luminous hands and index hour markers.

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex yellow gold Day Date 1803 Presidential Automatic Wristwatch
Rolex yellow gold Day Date 1803 Presidential Automatic Wristwatch

Rolex yellow gold Day Date 1803 Presidential Automatic Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Brand: Rolex MPN: 1803 Model: Day Date Case Material: 18k yellow gold Case Diameter: 36mm Crystal: Scratch resistant sapphire Bezel: 18k yellow gold fluted bezel Dial: White stick di...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex President Day Date 1803 Diamond Dial Bezel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Florentine
Rolex President Day Date 1803 Diamond Dial Bezel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Florentine

Rolex President Day Date 1803 Diamond Dial Bezel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Florentine

By Rolex

Located in San Diego, CA

Style Number: 1803 Serial: 3381*** Model: President Day Date Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: Custom Diamond Bezel Dial: Custom Diamond Dial ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Rolex Day Date 1803 18k Solid Gold Mens President Automatic 1970s Vintage RA543
Rolex Day Date 1803 18k Solid Gold Mens President Automatic 1970s Vintage RA543

Rolex Day Date 1803 18k Solid Gold Mens President Automatic 1970s Vintage RA543

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Luxurious icon, Men's 18k solid gold Rolex "President" Oyster Perpetual Day-Date ref.1803, c.1974, in excellent working condition!

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

Rolex Day-Date 36mm 18K Yellow Gold Buckley Dial Automatic Watch 1803
Rolex Day-Date 36mm 18K Yellow Gold Buckley Dial Automatic Watch 1803

Rolex Day-Date 36mm 18K Yellow Gold Buckley Dial Automatic Watch 1803

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

General Information: Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model Number: 1803 Model: Rolex Day-Date 1803 Style: Luxury Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Year Manufac...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Day-Date Rare Khanjar Dial 1803
Rolex Day-Date Rare Khanjar Dial 1803

Rolex Day-Date Rare Khanjar Dial 1803

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

However, these unfortunately are not for this watch but for a men's Datejust that was originally sold with this Day-Date 1803 in April 1975. The Datejust was sold some time ago and t...

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Day Date Vintage Champagne on Black 18K Yellow Gold Automatic Watch 1803
Rolex Day Date Vintage Champagne on Black 18K Yellow Gold Automatic Watch 1803

Rolex Day Date Vintage Champagne on Black 18K Yellow Gold Automatic Watch 1803

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This pre-owned Rolex Day Date 1803 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by mechanical (automatic) movement which is cased in a yellow gold case.

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Mens Rolex Oyster Day Date President 1803 18k Gold Automatic 1970s Luxury NA131
Mens Rolex Oyster Day Date President 1803 18k Gold Automatic 1970s Luxury NA131

Mens Rolex Oyster Day Date President 1803 18k Gold Automatic 1970s Luxury NA131

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Iconic luxury, Men's 18k solid gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date ref.1803, the first "President", c.1978, in immaculate vintage condition!

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Day-Date Rose Gold 1803
Rolex Day-Date Rose Gold 1803

Rolex Day-Date Rose Gold 1803

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A vintage 36mm Day-Date by Rolex in rose gold which is somewhat rare. Features a silver dial and fluted bezel which is an iconic Day-Date feature. The generic brown leather strap com...

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Day-Date Yellow Gold NOS 1803
Rolex Day-Date Yellow Gold NOS 1803

Rolex Day-Date Yellow Gold NOS 1803

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

This unworn NOS Day-Date in 18k yellow gold by Rolex, features a champagne dial with applied hour markers and a fixed yellow gold fluted bezel. Fitted with a plastic glass, a self-wi...

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Day-Date Turquoise Stella Diamond Dial 1803
Rolex Day-Date Turquoise Stella Diamond Dial 1803

Rolex Day-Date Turquoise Stella Diamond Dial 1803

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A vintage 36mm Day-Date in yellow gold by Rolex, featuring a rare turquoise Stella dial set with 2 baguette-cut and 8 round brilliant cut diamond hour markers. The fluted bezel, pres...

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex #1803 Day-Date Rose Gold Circa 1968
Rolex #1803 Day-Date Rose Gold Circa 1968

Rolex #1803 Day-Date Rose Gold Circa 1968

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

A gorgeous example, suitable for a lady or a gentleman. Beautiful original condition with original “Dauphine” hands. Every bit of lume is intact. The dial is a subtle slate color, a ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 1803
Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 1803

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 1803

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Look closely to appreciate the subtle details that make vintage Rolex so interesting. This handsome classic has a non-standard dial with Arabic numerals printed on the outer “pie pan...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Pink Gold Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 1803
Rolex Pink Gold Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 1803

Rolex Pink Gold Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 1803

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

The examples of this watch in 18k rose gold are more rare than their yellow gold counterparts. This watch is lovely for a lady or a gentleman. The look can be dramatically altered by...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Rose gold Portuguese Day Wheel Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 1803
Rolex Rose gold Portuguese Day Wheel Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 1803

Rolex Rose gold Portuguese Day Wheel Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 1803

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

This watch is offered in truly immaculate vintage condition. The ref. #1803 Day-Date has an original silver “pie pan” dial with two “fat” markers at the 6- and 9 o’clock position, ev...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Gold Watch 1803
Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Gold Watch 1803

Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Gold Watch 1803

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Gold Watch 1803 - Automatic winding; non-quickset, Acrylic crystal. 18k yellow gold case with fluted bezel (36mm).

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Gold Watch 1803
Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Gold Watch 1803

Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Gold Watch 1803

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Gold Watch 1803 - Automatic winding; non-quickset, Acrylic crystal. 18k yellow gold case with fluted bezel (36 mm ).

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Gold Watch 1803
Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Gold Watch 1803

Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Gold Watch 1803

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Gold Watch 1803 - Automatic winding; non-quickset, Acrylic crystal. 18k yellow gold case with fluted bezel (36 mm ).

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Gold Watch 1803
Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Gold Watch 1803

Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Gold Watch 1803

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Gold Watch 1803 - Automatic winding; quick-set; sapphire crystal. 18k yellow gold case with fluted bezel ( 36 mm ) .

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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Gold Watch 1803
Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Gold Watch 1803

Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Gold Watch 1803

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Gold Watch 1803 - Automatic winding; quick-set; sapphire crystal. 18k yellow gold case with fluted bezel ( 36 mm ) .

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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex 18 Karat Yellow Gold Day-Date President 1803
Rolex 18 Karat Yellow Gold Day-Date President 1803

Rolex 18 Karat Yellow Gold Day-Date President 1803

By Rolex

Located in Newport Beach, CA

We are pleased to offer this Rolex 18k Yellow Gold Day-Date 36mm President 1803 Non-Quick. This classic mens Rolex Day-Date dress watch is in excellent condition and was recently ful...

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Vintage Rolex Day-Date Automatic White Gold Vintage 1803
Vintage Rolex Day-Date Automatic White Gold Vintage 1803

Vintage Rolex Day-Date Automatic White Gold Vintage 1803

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A vintage 18k white gold 36mm Day-Date men's wristwatch, by Rolex. The time is elegantly displayed on a rare silver pie-pan dial with iconic day and date aperture, hours indicated w...

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Rolex Yellow Gold President Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 1803
Rolex Yellow Gold President Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 1803

Rolex Yellow Gold President Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 1803

By Rolex

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18k yellow gold case, 36mm, with fluted bezel. Automatic movement, 26 jewels, non-quickset date, acrylic crystal. Champagne dial with baton markers. 18k yellow gold President bracele...

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Rolex Yellow Gold President Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 1803
Rolex Yellow Gold President Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 1803

Rolex Yellow Gold President Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 1803

By Rolex

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Automatic movement, 26 jewels, non-quick-set, acrylic crystal. 18k yellow gold case with fluted bezel, 36mm diameter. Champagne dial with baton markers. Strap band. Pre-owned with Ro...

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ROLEX Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 1803 circa 1960s
ROLEX Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 1803 circa 1960s

ROLEX Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 1803 circa 1960s

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Extremely clean Rolex Day-Date President, Ref.1803. 18k yellow gold case, fluted bezel, automatic movement.

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Rolex White Gold Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 1803 circa 1967
Rolex White Gold Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 1803 circa 1967

Rolex White Gold Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 1803 circa 1967

By Rolex

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Ref. 1803, circa 1967. Cal. 1556 automatic movement, 26 jewels, brushed dial, applied baton indexes with luminous accents, luminous hands, sweep center seconds, aperture for day, mag...

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Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Yellow Gold Watch 1803
Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Yellow Gold Watch 1803

Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Yellow Gold Watch 1803

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Yellow Gold Watch 1803 - Automatic winding; 26 jewels, non-quick-set; acrylic crystal. 18k yellow gold case with fluted bezel (36mm diameter).

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Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Yellow Gold Watch 1803
Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Yellow Gold Watch 1803

Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Yellow Gold Watch 1803

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Yellow Gold Watch 1803 - Automatic winding; 26 jewels, non-quick-set; acrylic crystal. 18k yellow gold case with fluted bezel (36mm diameter).

Category

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Rolex yellow gold Diamond Presidential 1803 Day Date Automatic Wristwatch

Rolex yellow gold Diamond Presidential 1803 Day Date Automatic Wristwatch

By Rolex

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Day Date 1803 For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact day date 1803 you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 154 vintage or 8 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect day date 1803 may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A day date 1803 can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 13, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. There aren’t many items for women if you’re seeking a day date 1803, as most of the options available are for men and unisex.

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Rolex for sale on 1stDibs

While the rise in popularity of vintage Rolex watches is of no surprise to aficionados, collectors and industry experts, when it comes to contemporary luxury wristwatches, Rolex is also often the first brand that springs to mind. Not only is the company revered for its precision timekeeping and impeccable craftsmanship, but its name was designed to be memorable.

Rolex's enviable worldwide recognition can be credited in part to the genius of company founder Hans Wilsdorf. When the German-born watch dealer and his brother-in-law, Alfred Davis, set up their London enterprise, in 1905, they called it Wilsdorf & Davis, according to the traditional formula.

But Wilsdorf was determined to come up with another name that was short, would look good on a watch dial and was easy to say and remember in several languages. In 1908, he trademarked the name Rolex, and by 1920, he had moved the company to Geneva and redubbed it as Montres Rolex S.A.

But the main reasons for the brand’s success are its aforementioned commitment to precision and unflagging pursuit of innovation. In 1926, the company introduced the aptly named Oyster model. With a screw-down crown and case back, both fitted with rubber gaskets, this was the first truly waterproof watch.

Five years later, Rolex upped the ante with the Oyster Perpetual. That model’s patented Perpetual movement contained a rotor mechanism enabling it to self-wind. In another trendsetting move, in 1945, the brand debuted the Datejust, with a date window prominently displayed on the dial.

The company’s two most iconic models are sports watches. Although the Submariner, which debuted in 1953, was developed as a dive watch, its waterproof case, solid construction and good looks made it a favorite of adventurers and urbanites alike, including James Bond, who wore it in classics like Dr. No and Goldfinger. The Daytona, the racing chronograph made famous by Paul Newman, is especially sought after by collectors. Newman’s personal Daytona, which hit the auction block in 2017, sold for $17.8 million.

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Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.

Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.

In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.

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