Day-Date 18038 – Linen Dial – Unpolished (ca. 1984)

A beautifully preserved Rolex Day-Date 18038 in 18k yellow gold, featuring the rare and elegant linen-textured dial. This example stands out with its unpolished case showing striking natural oxidation, offering a raw and honest vintage presence.

Details:

• Reference: 18038

• Year: ca. 1984 (8.33m serial)

• Case Size: 36mm, 18k yellow gold

• Bezel: Fluted 18k yellow gold bezel

• Dial: Champagne linen-textured dial with baton indices

• Movement: Rolex Caliber 3055, automatic with quickset date and day function

• Bracelet: 18k yellow gold President bracelet with concealed Crownclasp

Set Includes:

• Watch only

Condition:

• Unpolished case with strong lines, showing heavy and unique oxidation (visible black areas)

• Linen dial in excellent condition with crisp printing

• President bracelet with moderate stretch, retaining solid condition

• Original green caseback sticker intact

• Running well, all functions operating correctly

This 18038 is a collector’s piece thanks to its rare linen dial and untouched case with natural patina—capturing the vintage charm and character of the early sapphire-crystal Day-Date era.