Rolex Day-Date 18038
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The Rolex Day-Date 18038, launched around 1977, is a hallmark of vintage Rolex luxury. Crafted in 18k yellow gold, this reference features the legendary President bracelet and a day-date complication that set the standard for executive timepieces.
Rolex Day-Date 18038 Specs & Features
- Case Size: 36mm
- Material: 18k yellow gold
- Movement: Rolex Caliber 3055 (quickset date only)
- Functions: Day at 12 o’clock, date at 3 o’clock
- Bracelet: President bracelet with concealed clasp
- Crystal: Sapphire (first Day-Date model with sapphire)
- Water Resistance: 100m (original)
Rolex 18038 Production Years and Models
The 18038 was produced from approximately 1977 to 1988, marking a significant evolution in the Day-Date line: Dial Options:- Champagne, black, white, blue
- Lapis lazuli, tiger’s eye, and other rare stone dials
- Arabic numeral dials (highly collectible)
- Bark finish bezel & bracelet
- Diamond hour markers or diamond bezel
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Rolex Day-Date 18038 36mm Champagne Dial With President Yellow Gold Bracelet
$20,519.00
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Rolex 36mm Presidential 18kt Gold Glossy Black Color Roman Numeral Dial Flutted Bezel 18038 (Custom DIAL)
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Rolex Day Date 36mm 18038 President Yellow Gold Watch Pave Diamond Dial
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Rolex 18038 Price
The cost of a 18038 Rolex Day Date in our store ranges from $ to $18,999 depending on the condition of the timepiece.Rolex 18038 FAQs
What year is Rolex 18038?
The Rolex 18038 was produced from 1977 to 1988 as part of the Day-Date line.Is a Rolex 18038 a good investment?
Yes, the Rolex 18038 is a strong investment due to its 18k gold case, vintage appeal, and growing collector demand.What is the difference between 1803 and 18038?
The 1803 has a plexiglass crystal and non-quickset movement, while the 18038 features a sapphire crystal and quickset date function with Caliber 3055.Related Rolex Models
Rolex Day-Date 18038 Average Price Chart
Rolex 18038 • Last 12 months • Average
Over the last 12 months the average price for Rolex Day-Date 18038 at Watch My Diamonds ranged from $16,460 (Nov 2025) to $22,409 (Jul 2026), averaging $18,580 across 10 tracked months. The current average is $20,526.57, based on 2 priced listings.