Rolex Day-Date 1803 Pink Gold

This Rolex Day-Date ref. 1803 from 1969 is a very rare and special configuration – featuring a pink gold case and a diamond-set dial. Compared to the far more commonly encountered yellow gold models, the pink gold variant is significantly rarer and distinguished by its exclusive, warm appearance.

The dial impresses with its elegant yet unusual design, showcasing alternating diamond and pink gold hour markers. This refined interplay creates remarkable depth and produces a captivating sparkle depending on the light. The fine, even patina enhances the authentic vintage character and reveals its full beauty especially under close inspection with a loupe.

The so-called stepped dial with its subtle contour, together with the English day display and date, integrates harmoniously into the overall aesthetic. The case is in excellent condition, with sharp lugs and deep hallmarks – a clear indication of its outstanding condition.

On the wrist, the warm tone of the pink gold delivers a distinctly luxurious presence that feels both powerful and elegant. This cohesive appearance is perfectly completed by the original Rolex pink gold clasp.

A rarely encountered, almost exotic Day-Date variant that further stands out due to its exceptional condition.

About the Rolex Day-Date
The Rolex Day-Date, first introduced in 1956, remains one of the most iconic and prestigious models ever produced by Rolex. It was the first wristwatch to display both the date and the fully spelled-out day of the week on the dial – an innovation that quickly earned it the nickname “President”. From the very beginning, it was exclusively crafted in precious metals such as gold or platinum, becoming a symbol of success, influence and timeless elegance. Worn for decades by heads of state, business leaders and prominent figures, the Day-Date embodies the perfect fusion of technical sophistication and representative luxury.

Condition report
Dial: excellent condition – light, authentic patina visible under magnification – English day display – crisp printing – pink gold markers and hands – original and intact tritium lume – signed “Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified T Swiss T”.

Case: 18k pink gold Oyster case – 36mm – very light signs of wear – deep hallmarks on the back of the lugs – sharp fluted bezel – correct reference and serial numbers between the lugs – correct engravings including gold hallmarks in the caseback – original Twinlock crown.

Movement: automatic caliber Rolex 1556 – timegrapher results: rate: -5s/day, amplitude: 270, beat error: 0.4.

Serial number: 2097xxx (1969)

Int.Exe.: 12536175