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Rolex Day-Date 36 1803

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Condition: -
Year of Production: 1963
Case Size: 36mm
Case Material: Yellow gold
Dial Color: Champagne
Bracelet/Strap: -
Movement Type: Automatic
Box: No
Papers: No
Location: United States
Description

Reference 1803 Day-Date | A yellow gold automatic wristwatch with Arabic day and date, Owned and Worn by President Gamal Nasser of Egypt, Circa 1963 Rolex

Dial: champagne, ‘Claw’ dial Caliber: cal. 1555 automatic, 25 jewels Case: 18k yellow gold, screw down case back engraved Mr. Anwar El Sadat 26-9-1963 in Arabic Case number: 880’055 Closure: original straps with gold plated Rolex buckle Size: 36 mm diameter Signed: case, dial, and movement Box: no Papers: no Accessories: Letter personally signed by Gamal Khalid Gamal Abdel Nasser, grandson of former Egyptian President Gamal Abdel Nasser, collection of postage stamps from 1960-1977

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Rolex Day-Date 36 1803

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Pie Pan Dial
A dial design with a central flat area and a sloped, angled outer edge, resembling an inverted pie pan.
Baton Markers
Indices that are straight and rectangular.
Stella Dial
The Rolex Stella Dial refers to a series of brightly colored lacquered dials, primarily found on vintage Rolex Day-Date models from the 1970s and early 1980s. These dials are known for their bold, vibrant colors along with a high-gloss enamel finish that gives them a distinctive look. What makes the Stella Dials particularly collectible is their rarity and uniqueness, as they were produced in limited numbers and initially aimed at specific markets, such as the Middle East and Asia. Although not widely popular at the time, the retro appeal and scarcity of these colorful dials have made them highly desirable among modern collectors.
Caliber 1555
The Rolex Caliber 1555 is a self-winding mechanical movement introduced in the 1960s. It was part of Rolex's renowned 1500 series of movements, known for their reliability and precision. Though not chronometer-certified, its rarity and historical significance make it sought after by collectors.
Caliber 1556
The Rolex Caliber 1556 is a self-winding movement introduced in the 1960s, primarily used in the Rolex Day-Date models. What makes it notable and collectible is its chronometer certification, meaning it passed rigorous accuracy tests. Its role in iconic models like the Day-Date, combined with its precision and build quality, makes the Caliber 1556 highly desirable among collectors.

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