Rolex. A fine and rare 18K gold diamond set automatic calendar bracelet watch with mother of pea...

Rolex. A fine and rare 18K gold diamond set automatic calendar bracelet watch with mother of pearl dialModel: Day-DateReference: 18238Date: Circa 1989Movement: 31-jewel Cal.3155 automatic, No.5218918Dial: Mother of pearl, diamond set hour markers, magnified date aperture at 3, day aperture at 12, gilt baton hands with luminous inserts, centre secondsCase: Brushed and polished tonneau form, screw down back, diamond set bezel, No.L248549Strap/Bracelet: Brushed and polished President linkBuckle/Clasp: Signed concealed folding claspSigned: Case, dial & movementSize: 36mm Footnotes: For nearly 70 years now the Day-Date has been an icon of luxury and sophistication for 20th and 21st century watch connoisseurs. A mainstay of Rolex production since 1956, the Day-Date has enjoyed a long history of collaboration and customisation with some modifications being more elaborate than others. The current example features a striking mother of pearl dial with diamond set hour markers and bezel.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: RR This lot is subject to import restrictions when shipped to the United States.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com