Cosmograph Daytona 16518 - White Arabic Dial - Watch Only (1990)

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 16518 - White Arabic Dial - Watch Only (1990)

The Cosmograph Daytona 16518 is Rolex's 18k yellow gold Zenith-era chronograph, presented here with the collectible white dial featuring applied yellow gold Arabic numerals and contrasting black chronograph registers. Powered by the modified Zenith El Primero-based Rolex Caliber 4030, this reference represents one of the most sought-after configurations of the Zenith Daytona generation.

Details:

• Reference: 16518
• Year: 1990
• Case Size: 40mm, 18k yellow gold
• Bezel: Engraved yellow gold with tachymeter scale (units per hour)
• Dial: White with applied yellow gold Arabic numerals, black chronograph registers at 3, 6 and 9 o'clock, tritium luminous hour plots and hands
• Movement: Rolex Caliber 4030, automatic chronograph based on the modified Zenith El Primero, approximately 50-hour power reserve, COSC-certified chronometer
• Bracelet: Brown crocodile leather strap with 18k yellow gold Rolex folding deployant clasp
• Water Resistance: 100 meters

Set Includes:

• Watch only

Condition:

• Very nice case with some signs of wear
• Dial, hands and luminous plots present clean
• Crystal free of significant scratches
• Original Rolex yellow gold folding deployant clasp shows honest wear consistent with age

The 16518 marries Rolex's solid 18k yellow gold Oyster architecture with the celebrated Zenith-based automatic chronograph caliber, a partnership that defined the Daytona's transition into the automatic era and remains one of the most collectible configurations for vintage Rolex enthusiasts.