Rolex Oyster Perpetual Stella Oxblood Enamel Dial Day-Date Watch ref 1803 (1974).
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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Stella Oxblood Enamel Dial Day-Date Watch ref 1803 (1974).
This Rolex model 1803 with serial number 3974237 was manufactured in 1974.
This 40+ year old watch is in excellent condition as you can see from the photos, the 18ct solid Rose gold case has no dents or scratches. The Original Rolex Stella Oxblood Enamel dial is in excellent condition for its age and the watch still retains its original hands.
In the 1970’s, Rolex made a series of colored dials with a multi-layered lacquer coat. Referred to as Stella dials, they can give the impression of porcelain and there is a certain translucency about them. Rolex didn’t actually call these Stella dials.
Coming from the Latin word “stella”, which means star, it was a name bestowed by collectors because they glisten in the light, giving the impression of shining stars. They are also sometimes called “Stellina” dials, the Italian word for little star. At the time Rolex produced these colored lacquer dials, they weren’t very popular and perhaps why that’s there was such a short run. And what does a short run mean? Rarity !!!
This particular Day-Date is even rarer as the case has been made in Rose gold, The estimated production figures between Rose gold and Yellow gold is that for every Rose gold case made, 50 were made in Yellow.
Case size 36mm x 36mm.
All photographs are of the Actual watch which have not been edited in any way.
The watch was serviced by our very own Rolex trained service technician using only Rolex original parts. The Rolex cal 1556 automatic movement has been stripped, ultra sonic chemically cleaned and then oiled and re-built.
Grade A++ service.
This watch is sold with a 2 year guarantee.
All of our watches can be viewed before purchasing from our West London workshop. Please call us on 0208-579-9940 to arrange an appointment.
We look forward to meeting you.
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- Brand:
- Rolex
- Type:
- 18
- Model:
- 1803
- Display Type:
- Analogue
- Year of manufacture:
- 1974
- Casing:
- 18k Rose Gold
- Features and Functions:
- Automatic with Date
- Watchband:
- Stainless Steel
- Condition:
- Used
- Condition:
- Mens
