{"product_id":"rolex-day-date-ref-1803-5-rose-gold-doorstop-dial-with-rare-riveted-oyster-bracelet-w3988","title":"Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803\/5 Rose Gold Doorstop Dial with Rare Riveted Oyster Bracelet","description":"\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"390\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-renderer-mark=\"true\"\u003eSome vintage Rolex watches have a presence that is almost impossible to recreate, and this rose-gold Day-Date with its extraordinary riveted Oyster bracelet is one of them.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"390\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"564\"\u003eThere is something truly special about the warmth of vintage rose gold. Softer and more romantic than yellow gold, it gives this late-1960s Rolex Day-Date reference 1803\/5 an incredibly stylish personality. But what makes this particular example such a standout is the combination of its beautiful condition and the seldom-seen riveted Oyster bracelet, also crafted entirely in 18K rose gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"564\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"958\"\u003eThe silver soleil dial provides a wonderful contrast to the warm case. Its distinctive wedge-shaped 'doorstop' hour markers, crisp black printing and beautifully aged creamy tritium plots give it unmistakable 1960s character. All luminous plots remain present, perfectly complementing the hands and English-language day display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"958\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"1288\"\u003eThe substantial 36 mm case presents beautifully, retaining strong proportions, sharp lug lines and a well-defined fluted bezel. The dial looks exceptionally well preserved, while the rose-gold Oyster bracelet remains equally attractive, with strong, clearly defined links.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"1288\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"1562\"\u003eAnd that bracelet deserves special attention. The riveted Rolex Oyster reference 7206, fitted with 76 end links, is an extraordinary companion to this Day-Date. Far less familiar than the traditional President bracelet, it gives the watch a sportier, more individual appearance without sacrificing any of its elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"1562\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"1882\"\u003eThe bracelet fits wrists up to 17 cm, with no additional links available. The watch has been fully serviced by an experienced professional watchmaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"1882\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2034\"\u003eFor us, this is exactly the kind of watch that belongs in the \u003cstrong data-renderer-mark=\"true\"\u003eBulang \u0026amp; Sons Grail Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e. Not because of its price, but because finding such a distinctive combination of material, character and preservation is what makes vintage collecting so rewarding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2034\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2293\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2293\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ak-ul\" data-indent-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2311\"\u003eRolex Day-Date, reference 1803\/5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2347\"\u003eCirca 1968, serial 190xxxx\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2377\"\u003e36 mm case in 18K rose gold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2408\"\u003eSilver soleil doorstop dial with creamy tritium lume\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2464\"\u003eEnglish-language day and date display\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2505\"\u003eAutomatic calibre 1556\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2531\"\u003e18K rose-gold riveted Oyster bracelet ref. 7206, 76 end links\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2596\"\u003eMaximum wrist circumference 17 cm, no additional links\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2654\"\u003eFully serviced by an experienced professional watchmaker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2714\"\u003eOne-year mechanical warranty\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2746\"\u003eFully insured worldwide shipping included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-renderer-start-pos=\"2791\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2811\"\u003eIntroduced in 1956, the Day-Date became Rolex's signature precious-metal calendar watch. While most examples are associated with the President bracelet, the riveted Oyster offers a fascinating alternative. In rose gold, this combination is particularly uncommon.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rolex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57711028404548,"sku":"W-3988","price":29900.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0574\/2546\/1430\/files\/W-3988RolexDay-Date1803_5in18kRosegoldwithrosegoldrivetlinkoysterbracelet_022_1x1_6c582336-c6e0-498a-844b-77735b9099ac.jpg?v=1794563540","url":"https:\/\/bulangandsons.co.uk\/products\/rolex-day-date-ref-1803-5-rose-gold-doorstop-dial-with-rare-riveted-oyster-bracelet-w3988","provider":"Bulang and Sons EU","version":"1.0","type":"link"}