Lot Essay
As the name suggests, the Rolex Day-Date was the first wristwatch to covet a day and date indicator. Launched in 1956, the iconic model quickly became the flagship of the brand, almost exclusively constructed in precious metal. Precise engineering and ingenuity helped the watch surpass its competitors by instantaneously changing day and date at midnight. The Day-Date, often referred to as “President,” due to the bracelet, symbolizes excellence. It has and will continue to accompany the wrists of the most important and influential people.
Collectors often search for after precious stone dial Day-Dates due to their lustrous beauty and rarity. This present lot features an elusive black onyx dial. The lack of hour markers fully allows the dial to appear bottomless and void. 44 masterfully cut diamonds create a fantastic contrast between the bezel and dial, and add to the charm of this desirable Day-Date.
Collectors often search for after precious stone dial Day-Dates due to their lustrous beauty and rarity. This present lot features an elusive black onyx dial. The lack of hour markers fully allows the dial to appear bottomless and void. 44 masterfully cut diamonds create a fantastic contrast between the bezel and dial, and add to the charm of this desirable Day-Date.