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RolexDay Date "radial string dial"
Brand: Rolex
Model: Day Date "radial string dial"
Reference: 18388
Case: 18K yellow gold 750
Dial: gold, ruby indexes, string-diamonds
Hands: matching "no lume"
Year: 1993
Movement: automatic
Diameter: 36 mm
Crystal: saphire
Bracelet: 18K yellow gold
Buckle: hidden folding clasp in 18K 750 yellow gold
Bezel: 18K yellow gold with factory diamonds
Box: original
Papers: in-house guarantee certificate
Condition: excellent original condition, unpolished
Price: 29.900,00 €
Additional Informations: This Rolex Day-Date, reference 18388, is a remarkable example of how refined craftsmanship and distinctive design can come together to create something truly special. It features a factory-set diamond bezel and a rare horn inlay, details that give the watch a presence far beyond the ordinary. These exclusive configurations were produced in very limited numbers and were available only by special order, often requiring significant waiting times. This was never a watch one could simply find in a display case.
The dial is made of solid 18k gold and showcases the rare and elegant “Radial String Dial” design, with a fine inner ring of brilliant-cut diamonds. Complementing this, diamond hour markers are set around the outer edge, creating a luxurious but refined appearance. The dial is in flawless condition, showing no signs of age or wear, and radiates a quiet, timeless sophistication.
The case remains unpolished, retaining its original lines and sharp edges — something that serious collectors look for and value. On the back, the original Rolex sticker from delivery is still partially intact, around 70 percent, offering a rare glimpse into the watch’s well-preserved history. While the President bracelet shows some stretch, it remains a fitting match for the overall character of the watch: honest, elegant, and full of substance.
This Day-Date is not just a piece of horology, but a statement of individuality and taste. A rare find for those who understand the quiet power of true originality.
The dial is made of solid 18k gold and showcases the rare and elegant “Radial String Dial” design, with a fine inner ring of brilliant-cut diamonds. Complementing this, diamond hour markers are set around the outer edge, creating a luxurious but refined appearance. The dial is in flawless condition, showing no signs of age or wear, and radiates a quiet, timeless sophistication.
The case remains unpolished, retaining its original lines and sharp edges — something that serious collectors look for and value. On the back, the original Rolex sticker from delivery is still partially intact, around 70 percent, offering a rare glimpse into the watch’s well-preserved history. While the President bracelet shows some stretch, it remains a fitting match for the overall character of the watch: honest, elegant, and full of substance.
This Day-Date is not just a piece of horology, but a statement of individuality and taste. A rare find for those who understand the quiet power of true originality.