Rolex Day-Date 36 18239

Ref. 18239A fine and well-preserved white gold wristwatch with center seconds, day, date, diamond-set indexes and bracelet

Manufacturer: Rolex Year: Circa 1990 Reference No: 18239 Movement No: 5’026’900 Case No: E199’887 Model Name: Day-Date Material: 18K white gold and diamonds Calibre: Automatic, cal. 3155, 31 jewels Bracelet/Strap: 18K white gold Rolex President bracelet, max length 185mm Clasp/Buckle: 18K white gold Rolex concealed folding clasp Dimensions: 36mm diameter Signed: Case, dial, movement, bracelet and clasp signed Condition Report Sign Up or Login Description View our Conditions of Sale . Manufacturer : Rolex Year : Circa 1990 Reference No : 18239 Movement No : 5’026’900 Case No : E199’887 Model Name : Day-Date Material : 18K white gold and diamonds Calibre : Automatic, cal. 3155, 31 jewels Bracelet/Strap : 18K white gold Rolex President bracelet, max length 185mm Clasp/Buckle : 18K white gold Rolex concealed folding clasp Dimensions : 36mm diameter Signed : Case, dial, movement, bracelet and clasp signed Catalogue Essay The Rolex Day-Date ref. 18239, introduced in the late 1980s, marked an important evolution for the storied model. Along with other contemporaneous references, the ref. 18239 incorporated upgrades that enhanced both robustness and practicality - hallmarks of the Rolex brand. Most significantly, it was powered by the new cal. 3155, Rolex's first movement to feature a double quick-set function. This mechanism allowed for rapid adjustment of both the day and date indications via the crown - a major convenience for wearers. By the late 1980s, the Day-Date had already cemented its status as an enduring icon following its debut in 1956. Nicknamed the "President's Watch," it had accrued prestige and renown as the timepiece of choice for presidents, CEOs, and dignitaries across generations. Consequently, any changes to such a historic reference from Rolex were bound to generate interest amongst collectors and aficionados. And interest has certainly flourished in recent times, as the Day-Date enjoys resurgent popularity among modern collectors. The present ref. 18239 from circa 1990 with a “E” serial number embodies an excellent example of unpolished case with sharp edges. Its sunburst silver dial harmonizes elegantly with diamond-set indexes, conveying subtle luxury. Sleek and versatile, this Day-Date exemplifies the enduring appeal of Rolex's masterful design. Read More Artist Biography Rolex Swiss • 1905 Founded in 1905 England by Hans Wilsdorf and Alfred Davis as Wilsdorf & Davis, it soon became known as the Rolex Watch Company in 1915, moving its headquarters to Geneva in 1919. Like no other company, the success of the wristwatch can be attributed to many of Rolex's innovations that made them one of the most respected and well-known of all luxury brands. These innovations include their famous "Oyster" case — the world's first water resistant and dustproof watch case, invented in 1926 — and their "Perpetual" — the first reliable self-winding movement for wristwatches launched in 1933. They would form the foundation for Rolex's Datejust and Day-Date, respectively introduced in 1945 and 1956, but also importantly for their sports watches, such as the Explorer, Submariner and GMT-Master launched in the mid-1950s. One of its most famous models is the Cosmograph Daytona. Launched in 1963, these chronographs are without any doubt amongst the most iconic and coveted of all collectible wristwatches. Other key collectible models include their most complicated vintage watches, including references 8171 and 6062 with triple calendar and moon phase, "Jean Claude Killy" triple date chronograph models and the Submariner, including early "big-crown" models and military-issued variants. View More Works Ref. 18239 A fine and well-preserved white gold wristwatch with center seconds, day, date, diamond-set indexes and bracelet