Rolex Day-Date 36, Ref. 18078, „Bark“-Finish

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