Rolex 1803 Day Date Linen 1978

Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 – The Quintessential Gold Rolex

The Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 is one of the most iconic and sought-after vintage Rolex references ever made. Introduced in the 1960s, it perfectly embodies the combination of prestige, reliability, and timeless design that made the Day-Date the watch of presidents, leaders, and collectors alike.

This 1978 example is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and features a flawless golden linen pie-pan dial, one of the most elegant dial configurations of the reference. The warm tone of the dial pairs beautifully with the classic yellow gold case and naturally aged lume on the hands and hour markers.

Powered by the robust and respected Rolex Cal. 1556 automatic movement, this Day-Date offers everything a great vintage Rolex should: elegance, usability, and enduring mechanical excellence.

- wrist size in our picture is 18cm circumference -

DIAL:

• original never touched golden linen pie pan dial in flawless condition
• original hands and Rolex crown
• the original lume on the dial and hands has evenly aged
  
• day wheel is in English language

STRAP & BUCKLE:

• brown KARDINAL Alligator Embossed Leather Watch Strap fitting up to 20 cm wrist size / 3.7 mm thick
• gold plated GOLDAMMER buckle

CASE:

• great overall condition, showing minor traces of use
• 3- body 18k yellow gold (Genex SA) case with screw-down case back
  
• 36 mm (without crown) / 44 mm (lug-to-lug) / 20 mm (between lugs) 12.9 mm thick
• year: 1978
• reference: 1803
• total weight: 65 g

MOVEMENT:

• Rolex Automatic Caliber 1556
• 26 jewels, 19800 A/h, 42 hours power reserve
  
• professionally serviced 05/2026
• -7 sec/d / 300°

BOX & PAPERS:

• GOLDAMMER certificate of authenticity & service documentation card
• GOLDAMMER box

GOLDAMMER REFERENCE: #1606