1971 Rolex Day-Date President 18k Gold Diamond Case & Bracelet 1803

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Stunning early 1970's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date wristwatch in solid 18k gold with mother of pearl dial and sparkling diamond decoration on the bezel, lugs and bracelet.  A truly stunning and eye-catching watch on the wrist this example has been modified to perfection with an aftermarket mother of pearl dial and sapphire crystal with diamonds added to the bezel, lugs and solid 18k gold aftermarket bracelet. Freshly serviced here at Meticulous with our full 1-year warranty, ready to wear.

Circa: 1971

Style: Luxury, Dress

Case: Solid 18k yellow gold case measuring 36mm in diameter excluding the original Rolex screw-down crown with diamonds added to the lugs and a diamond aftermarket bezel installed.  The case body and case back is 100% factory original, signed inside the back Montres Rolex SA, Geneva, Switzerland, Patented, 18k 0.750, with model number 1803. The crystal has been changed from its original plastic to sapphire and which is more scratch resistant and protective of the dial and movement within.  The 18k gold bracelet matches beautifully, is also aftermarket with 12 small diamonds on each link and a coronet signed clasp.  The watch will fit up to a 7-3/4 inch wrist.  Due to the aftermarket bezel and crystal the watch does not pass a water resistance test.

Dial: Lovely bright white aftermarket mother of pearl dial with day and date displays at 12 and 3 respectively.  Signed Rolex, Oyster Perpetua, Day-Date, Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified, Swiss Made.  The matching hand set is also in superb condition.

Movement:  High grade Rolex caliber 1556 automatic calendar movement with "instant" day and date indicators.  Fully signed Montre Rolex SA, Geneva, Swiss, 25 Rubies.  This is a pre-quick-set model.  Fully serviced here at Meticulous, keeping excellent time with our full 1-year mechanical warranty.