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The Rolex 1803 Day-Date Watch
Production Years:
The Rolex Day-Date 1803 was released in 1958; it is the third iteration of the Day-Date model. It was discontinued in 1978.
Defining Features:
The Rolex 1803 has many features that make it a desirable timepiece. For one, the materials used to make these watches are either gold or platinum, meaning you always get precious metals when you buy an 1803. It also comes with the classic President bracelet or a stylish leather strap to make it a little more casual. The pie-pan dial also lends this timepiece a unique aesthetic, along with the acrylic crystal.
The Day-Date 1803 would be the last Day-Date to use acrylic crystal before Rolex would replace it with a sapphire crystal. Of course, you also get the signature Date window and full day display and a comfortable 36mm case size. The only thing that leads this Rolex to reveal its age is the 1500 series movement, which have long been replaced with more advanced movements.
About Rolex Model Number 1803
The Rolex Day-Date was a successful watch from the first time Rolex introduced it. After its initial introduction in 1956, the Day-Date went through a second iteration before landing on this version, the third iteration, in 1958.
It seems Rolex and collectors were pleased with this version, as it stayed in production for 20 years before more modern luxury features forced it into retirement. If you’re looking for a vintage-styled Rolex made from precious metals, the Rolex 1803 can be had for a surprisingly affordable price.
- 36mm Oyster case
- President bracelet or leather strap
- Yellow gold or platinum case and bracelet
- Dial in gold, silver, black, white, and more
- Rolex 1500 calibre with automatic movement
- Water-resistant to 10 ATM
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BQ Watches Ref
Price
£0 — £300,000
Box
Condition
Case Material
Bracelet Type
Bracelet Material
Case Size
Original Papers
Water Resistance
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ROLEX DAY-DATE
- YEAR1990
- BOXYes
- PAPERSNo
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ROLEX DAY-DATE
- YEAR1991
- BOXYes
- PAPERSYes
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ROLEX DAY-DATE
- YEAR1978
- BOXYes
- PAPERSNo
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ROLEX DAY-DATE
- YEAR1978
- BOXYes
- PAPERSNo
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ROLEX DAY-DATE
- YEAR1984
- BOXYes
- PAPERSNo
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ROLEX DAY-DATE
- YEAR2022
- BOXYes
- PAPERSYes
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ROLEX DAY-DATE
- YEAR1977
- BOXYes
- PAPERSYes
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ROLEX DAY-DATE
- YEAR1990
- BOXYes
- PAPERSNo
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ROLEX DAY-DATE
- YEAR1978
- BOXYes
- PAPERSNo
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ROLEX DAY-DATE
- YEAR2000
- BOXYes
- PAPERSYes
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ROLEX DAY-DATE
- YEAR1990
- BOXYes
- PAPERSNo
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ROLEX DAY-DATE 36
- YEAR1979
- BOXNo
- PAPERSNo
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Rolex with reference number 1803 is a vintage Day-Date made from precious metals with an acrylic crystal, pie-pan dial, and 36mm case.
Despite the precious metals, the 1803 Rolex can be found for under £10,000. You can find this watch for between £9,000 to £12,000 on the second-hand market depending on the seller and condition of the watch.
When you’ve decided that an 1803 Day-Date is the watch for you, come check the BQ Watches inventory to see what we have in store. If you can’t find one right away, simply ask our team to source one instead.
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