The Rolex Day-Date 40mm offers a larger dial with all the prestige of the Day-Date collection. It’s crafted for those who seek the pinnacle of luxury. This watch is a statement of success and sophistication. Show more
About the Rolex Day-Date 40
First introduced in 2015, the Day-Date 40 refined the proportions of the classic 36mm model with a larger case, slimmer profile, and the state-of-the-art Caliber 3255 movement—a benchmark in Rolex engineering.
Key Specifications
Case Size: 40 mm
Movement: Caliber 3255 Automatic
Power Reserve: 70 hours
Material Options: 18k Yellow Gold, Everose Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Bracelet: President Bracelet with concealed Crownclasp
Water Resistance: 100 m / 330 ft
Each Day-Date 40 displays the day of the week spelled in full alongside the date, available in a wide range of dial finishes, from champagne and ice blue to green ombré and meteorite.
Yes. The Rolex Day-Date 40 consistently holds and grows in value thanks to its solid gold or platinum construction and continued global demand among collectors.
Is Day-Date 36 or 40 better?
It depends on your wrist size and style preference. The Day-Date 36 suits smaller wrists and classic tastes, while the Day-Date 40 offers a bolder, modern presence without losing elegance.
Over the last 12 months the average price for Rolex Day-Date 40 at Watch My Diamonds ranged from $72,247 (Dec 2025) to $78,922 (May 2026), averaging $76,151 across 12 tracked months. The current average is $78,378.60, based on 50 priced listings.
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