Rolex Day-Date 36 Day-Date 1803
Reference 1803 Arab
About this watch
The Rolex Day-Date 1803 Arab is a stunning piece of horological art that has captivated watch enthusiasts for decades. This iconic timepiece showcases a blend of classic elegance and innovative mechanics, featuring an automatic movement with a frequency of 19,800 beats per hour and a hacking feature for accurate time setting. Crafted from solid yellow gold, this luxury watch boasts a luxurious feel and durability. The closed case back keeps the mechanism safe while adding to its sleek profile. With plexi glass and a diameter of 36.00 mm, it strikes a perfect balance between vintage charm and modern functionality. This timepiece is famous for its dual display of day and date, making it both practical and sophisticated. With a water resistance of up to 50 meters, it's perfect for everyday wear. The Rolex Day-Date 1803 Arab is ideal for individuals who appreciate luxury, history, and craftsmanship behind a timepiece.
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Key Features
- Automatic Movement with 19,800 beats per hour
- Hacking Feature for Accurate Time Setting
- Solid Yellow Gold Case
- Plexi Glass Crystal
- 36.00 mm Diameter with 20.00 mm Lug Width
- Dual Display of Day and Date
- 50 meters Water Resistance
Specifications
- Brand
- Rolex
- Family
- Day-Date 36
- Model
- Day-Date 1803
- Reference
- 1803 Arab
- Movement
- 1556
- Movement Features
-
- Hours, Minutes, Seconds
- Date, Day
- Chronometer
- Case
- Yellow Gold 36mm
- Dial Color
- Silver
- Crystal
- Plexi
- Water Resistance
- 50
Current Listings
![[WTS] Rolex Day-Date 36 Yellow Gold 18K Head Black Glossy Swiss Only Door Stop Index 1974](https://preview.redd.it/p1ofj3k6jp8g1.jpg?width=640&crop=smart&auto=webp&s=7242996343511ba6bb4556298f08704a27121158)
Rolex Day-Date 36 Yellow Gold 18K Head Black Glossy Swiss Only Door Stop Index 1974
A remarkable example of the Rolex Day-Date 1803 presented with a sharp lug profile and crisp bezel. The black glossy dial is in excellent condition featuring preserved tritium plots and aged tritium hands.
- Condition: Excellent, all original condition with attractive aging and light oxidation
- Case size: 36mm diameter
- Year made: 1974
- Movement serviced: October 2025, professionally serviced with precision and pressure tested to 3ATM (30m)
![[WTS] Rolex Day-Date 36 Yellow Gold Aftermarket Onyx Dial 1979 (Serviced)](https://preview.redd.it/e7up1f56wl8g1.jpg?width=640&crop=smart&auto=webp&s=b76eb415e6a8eb7e3031adbf4311ae5bd9191006)
Rolex Day-Date 36 Yellow Gold Aftermarket Onyx Dial 1979 (Serviced)
This Rolex Day-Date Ref. 18038 in yellow gold is presented in very attractive condition and offers a refined take on one of the brand’s most recognized models.
- Condition: Very attractive condition with evidence of a past polish, yet remains well defined and balanced.
- Diameter: 36mm
- Year: 1979
- Movement: Serviced in December 2025, running properly, and pressure tested to 3 ATM (30 meters)
![[WTS] Rolex Day-Date 36 18K Yellow Gold Head Very Rare Dark Grey Dial 1973 (Serviced)](https://preview.redd.it/fph45mhl8l8g1.jpg?width=640&crop=smart&auto=webp&s=d10fcf937218d7a644b7ba41c76d75b9e86a1665)
Rolex Day-Date 36 18K Yellow Gold Head Very Rare Dark Grey Dial 1973 (Serviced)
This highly collectible Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 features a rare period-correct dark grey pie pan dial in near-mint condition, paired with a vintage leather strap.
- Condition: outstanding condition, minimal prior polishing
- Dial type: period-correct pie pan dark grey dial
- Serial number: 3.7 million
- Production year: 1973
![[WTS] Rolex Day-Date 36 Full Yellow Gold White Cream Dial Roman Numerals 1985 (Serviced)](https://preview.redd.it/7nx13q4mv08g1.jpg?width=640&crop=smart&auto=webp&s=7a81f50e3e028aef6ae04189c631db7287b97b00)
Rolex Day-Date 36 Full Yellow Gold White Cream Dial Roman Numerals 1985 (Serviced)
This Rolex Day-Date 36 in full yellow gold features a period-correct white Roman dial with attractive patina, transitioning into a creamy tone. The watch has been professionally serviced and runs properly, passing a 3ATM pressure test.
- Condition: very nice condition, minor stretch on the bracelet
- Year: 1985
- Serial number: 9.1 million
- Movement serviced date: November 2022
![[WTS] Rolex Day-Date 36 Yellow Gold Real Lapis Lazuli Dial 1979 (Serviced)](https://preview.redd.it/3bt2hb4gfu7g1.jpg?width=640&crop=smart&auto=webp&s=19c60030a86fe57a4dd4e271e7efea4300324e09)
Rolex Day-Date 36 Yellow Gold Real Lapis Lazuli Dial 1979 (Serviced)
A 1979 Rolex Day-Date 36 in yellow gold with a genuine lapis lazuli stone dial, presented as a head-only configuration. The watch features original period-correct tritium hands and has been serviced to run accurately.
- Condition: very nice condition with natural wear consistent with age
- Movement Service Year: 2025
- Case Size: 36mm
- Case Material: yellow gold
![[WTS] Rolex Day-Date 36 18K Yellow Gold Head Silver Dial 1974 (Serviced)](https://preview.redd.it/hlu8wpvrtf7g1.jpg?width=640&crop=smart&auto=webp&s=5e624d495bd90a4d227ebd8225f711ea9cb853ef)
Rolex Day-Date 36 18K Yellow Gold Head Silver Dial 1974 (Serviced)
a Rolex Day-Date 36 in 18K yellow gold with a silver dial, produced around 1974.
- Condition: Very good overall condition, with some age-related patina on the dial
- Size: 36mm diameter
- Year: 1974
- Water Resistance: 30m (3ATM)
![[WTS] Rolex Day-Date 36 Yellow Gold Aftermarket Onyx Dial 1979 (Serviced)](https://preview.redd.it/jrjlvmcis07g1.jpg?width=640&crop=smart&auto=webp&s=45fee18afee104af30ab2c7675686dd0a268d105)
Rolex Day-Date 36 Yellow Gold Aftermarket Onyx Dial 1979 (Serviced)
This Rolex Day-Date Ref. 18038 in yellow gold presents a refined take on one of the brand’s most recognized models, featuring an aftermarket onyx dial and a genuine vintage Rolex lizard leather strap.
- Condition: Very attractive condition, evidence of past polish
- Size: 36mm diameter
- Year: 1979
- Dial: aftermarket onyx dial
![[WTS] Rolex Day-Date 36 18K Yellow Gold Head Very Rare Dark Grey Dial 1973 (Serviced)](https://preview.redd.it/cpjxtn5hs07g1.jpg?width=640&crop=smart&auto=webp&s=1044c7c7f25f1152fe38e1acc4990b20b8c01a26)
Rolex Day-Date 36 18K Yellow Gold Head Very Rare Dark Grey Dial 1973 (Serviced)
A highly collectible Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 with a rare dark grey dial and crisp fluted bezel, presented in excellent condition.
- Condition: Outstanding condition, with minimal prior polishing and near-mint dial
- Year: 1973
- Size: 36mm
- Movement serviced: Yes, professionally serviced in November 2025 by a Rolex-trained watchmaker
![[WTS] Rolex Day-Date 36 Full Yellow Gold White Cream Dial Roman Numerals 1985 (Serviced)](https://preview.redd.it/s0bhsuosjl6g1.jpg?width=640&crop=smart&auto=webp&s=bc27cab201b134b96e5566db980a31833f07e5a2)
Rolex Day-Date 36 Full Yellow Gold White Cream Dial Roman Numerals 1985 (Serviced)
A Rolex Day-Date in full yellow gold with a white Roman dial and roman numerals, featuring a fluted bezel and a period-correct design.
- Condition: Very nice condition, minor wear consistent with age
- Year: 1985
- Size: 36mm diameter
- Bracelet size: fits a wrist larger than 7.6 inches (19.5 cm)