Lot Essay
Released in 2008, the Day-Date II reference 218239 was only manufactured in precious metals and assembled in a case of wider proportions than previous references. Available for a short period of time, it is assumed that a reasonable number of the reference were produced, an important point interest for collectors of the model. A natural evolution, the timepiece preserved its inimitable day and date apertures in its majestic 41mm case and was only fitted with the Presidential bracelet. Crafted from a solid block of metal, the case was designed with lines true to the heritage of the model, with a case back hermetically sealed and participating in the waterproofness of the wristwatch up to 100 meters. One of the most reliable Day-Date models created, the timepiece is equipped with the COSC certified 3156 calibre featuring an impressive inertia balance wheel and enabling great timekeeping accuracy.
A similar example of the reference 218239 is published in “Day-Date, The Presidential Rolex” by Pucci Papaleo, page 52 to 55.
A similar example of the reference 218239 is published in “Day-Date, The Presidential Rolex” by Pucci Papaleo, page 52 to 55.