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Rolex Day Date reference 18078 in 18k yellow gold, measuring 36mm and powered by an automatic movement. Produced in the 1980s, this example is immediately distinguished by the rare and highly tactile bark finish applied to both the case and the centre links of the bracelet, creating a striking visual and textural contrast that makes this one of the most characterful configurations within the Day Date family.
The champagne dial presents beautifully, with the minute hand showing natural age related loss of its original lume fill, an honest and expected sign of patina consistent with a watch of this vintage rather than a defect. A bold and distinctive Day Date in a rare and desirable finishing configuration.
Brand: Rolex
Model: Day Date
Reference: 18078
Year: 1980s
Movement: Automatic
Case material: 18k yellow gold
Bracelet: President bracelet with bark finish centre links
Dial: Champagne
Case size: 36mm
Condition: Very good overall condition, lume loss on minute hand
Accessories: Watch only
Special features: Bark finish on case and bracelet centre links, rare and desirable configuration
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