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Rolex Day-Date
Reference 1803 · 18k Yellow Gold
The lowest current ask for the Rolex Day-Date (ref. 1803) is $12,700 at Bulang And Sons, among 13 live listings we track. The auction record is $1,220,000 (Phillips New York, 2019). Updated July 3, 2026. View lowest ask →
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About this reference
The Rolex Day-Date reference 1803 in 18k yellow gold was produced from approximately 1958 through 1977. Collectors prioritize this reference for its "pie-pan" dial, characterized by a recessed outer perimeter, and its acrylic crystal, which distinguish it from later sapphire-crystal models. Early iterations utilized the caliber 1555 movement, while later versions transitioned to the higher-beat caliber 1556; notably, neither movement features a quickset date function. The 36mm Oyster case features a fluted bezel and 20mm lug width. On the current secondary market, prices typically range from $10,000 to $18,000 depending on the presence of the hidden-clasp President bracelet and overall case thickness. A significant variant includes the "Stella" dial, featuring bright lacquered enamel, which can command prices exceeding $50,000 at auction. Condition evaluation focuses on the sharpness of the hallmarks and the degree of bracelet stretch.
Auction track record
1 documented sale since 2019. Top hammer $1,220,000 at Phillips New York in 2019. Median hammer: $1,220,000.
Ranks #26 of 67 Rolex auction lots we track — see all Rolex records.
Live inventory matching this reference
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Day-Date 36 36mm Green Ombré Dial Diamond-Set Bezel with Dia
Ref. 2024 · 18k Yellow Gold
$100k
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Rolex Day-Date 18038 Petrol Blue Stella Dial in 18k Yellow G
Ref. 18038 · 18k Yellow Gold
$70k
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Rolex Day-Date 18238 Pleiade Dial
Ref. 18238 · 18k Yellow Gold
$48k
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1995 Rolex Day-Date 18K WG (Ref. 18239) Sapphire "Teardrop"
Ref. 18239 · 18k Yellow Gold
$44k
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Rolex Day-Date 18078 Green Khanjar Champagne Dial Bark Finis
Ref. 18078 · Platinum
$43k
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1995 Rolex Day-Date 18K YG (Ref. 18378) Factory Ruby & Diamo
Ref. 18378 · 18k Yellow Gold
$36k
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1981 Rolex Day-Date 18K WG (Ref. 18039) Blue Vignette Diamon
Ref. 18039 · 18k Yellow Gold
$32k
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1973 Rolex Day-Date 18K YG (Ref. 1803) Champagne "Wide Boy"
Ref. 1973 · 18k Yellow Gold
$25k
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*Unpolished* 1985 Rolex Oysterquartz Day-Date 18K YG (Ref. 1
Ref. 19018 · Stainless Steel
$24k
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Rolex Day-Date 1803 in 18k Rose Gold Pink-on-Pink Gay Frères
Ref. 1803 · 18k Rose Gold
$24k
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Rolex Day-Date 18038 Purple Jubilee Dial Box and Papers Fren
Ref. 18038 · Stainless Steel
$21k
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Rolex Day-Date 1803 Khanjar Sigma Champagne Dial
Ref. 1803 · Platinum
$21k
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Rolex Day-Date 18078 Champagne Dial Bark with Papers W3731
Ref. 18078 · 18k Yellow Gold
$20k
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Rolex Day-Date 18038 Champagne Diamond Markers Dial
Ref. 18038 · Stainless Steel
$16k
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Rolex Day-Date 1807 Bark Finish Champagne Dial in 18k Yellow
Ref. 1807 · Platinum
$13k
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1982 Rolex Day-Date 18K WG (Ref. 18039) Onyx Stone Dial
Ref. 18039 · Stainless Steel
$295k
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*Unpolished* 1967 Rolex Day-Date 18K RG (Ref. 1803) Silver G
Ref. 1967 · Platinum
$110k
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Day-Date 40 40mm Blue Ombré Dial Fluted Bezel President Brac
Ref. 228239 · 18k White Gold
$100k
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Day-Date 40 40mm White MOP Diamond Set Dial Fluted Bezel Pre
Ref. 228239 · 18k White Gold
$100k
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Day-Date 36 36mm Champagne Diamond-Set Dial Diamond-Set Beze
Ref. 2024 · 18k Yellow Gold
$100k
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Day-Date 36 36mm White Roman Dial Diamond-Set Bezel with Dia
Ref. 2024 · 18k Yellow Gold
$100k
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Day-Date 40 40mm Green Ombré Dial Diamond Set Bezel Presiden
Ref. 2024 · 18k Yellow Gold
$100k
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Day-Date 40 40mm White MOP Diamond-Set Dial Diamond Set Beze
Ref. 2024 · 18k Yellow Gold
$100k
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Day-Date 36 36mm White Roman Dial Diamond-Set Bezel with Dia
Ref. 2024 · 18k Rose Gold
$100k
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All documented hammer prices
For this reference (and close variants).
| Lot | Year | Hammer | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1803 · Day-Date "Jack Nicklaus" | 2019 | $1,220,000 | Phillips New York |
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