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

Current Listings

Rolex Day-Date 36 18K Yellow Gold Head Silver Dial 1974 (Serviced)

Rolex - 1803 · $8,150

A 1974 Rolex Day-Date 36 in 18K yellow gold with a silver dial, presented in very good condition. The watch has been polished and has crisp fluted bezel.

Condition: Very good overall condition
Diameter: 36mm
Year: 1974
Movement service date: January 2025

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Rolex Day-Date 36 1803 Yellow Gold 18K Champagne Dial 1968

Rolex - 1803 · $8,000

This vintage Rolex Day-Date 1803 is presented in 18K yellow gold and remains in very nice overall condition. The original period-correct pie pan champagne dial is clean and well-preserved, showing only minimal signs of age.

Condition: Very nice overall condition with a polished case and original period-correct pie pan champagne dial
Size: 36mm diameter
Year: 1968
Material: 18K Yellow Gold

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Dec 31, 2025, 2:29 AM

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Rolex Day-Date 36 18K Rose Gold Head Door Stop Dial 1973 (Mint)

Rolex - 1803 · $10,850

This Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 in rose gold is presented in outstanding original condition, featuring an original and highly desirable 'door stop' dial. The watch retains sharp, well-defined lugs with clean lines throughout and a crisp fluted bezel.

Condition: Mint
Dial type: rose gold 'door stop' dial
Size: 36mm diameter
Year: 1973

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Dec 27, 2025, 4:38 AM

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Rolex Day-Date 36 1803 Yellow Gold 18K Champagne Dial 1968

Rolex - 1803 · $8,000

A vintage Rolex Day-Date 1803 in 18K yellow gold with a champagne dial, presented on a new green suede leather strap.

Condition: very nice overall condition, polished case with sharp lugs and strong definition
Size: 36mm diameter
Year: 1968
Serial number: 2.5 million range

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Dec 23, 2025, 4:21 AM

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Rolex Day-Date 36 18K Yellow Gold Head Silver Dial 1974 (Serviced)

Rolex - 1803 · $8,150

A Rolex Day-Date 36 in 18K yellow gold with a silver dial and fluted bezel, produced around 1974.

Condition: Very good overall condition
Size: 36mm diameter
Case number: 4.1 million serial number (produced around 1974)
Movement service date: January 2025

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Dec 23, 2025, 4:18 AM

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Rolex Day-Date 36 Yellow Gold 18K Head Black Glossy Swiss Only Door Stop Index 1974

Rolex - 1803 · $9,500

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)

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Dec 22, 2025, 2:24 AM

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Rolex Day-Date 36 Yellow Gold Aftermarket Onyx Dial 1979 (Serviced)

Rolex - 18038 · $11,200

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)

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Rolex Day-Date 36 18K Yellow Gold Head Very Rare Dark Grey Dial 1973 (Serviced)

Rolex - 1803 · $11,400

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

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Dec 21, 2025, 11:58 AM

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Rolex Day-Date 36 Full Yellow Gold White Cream Dial Roman Numerals 1985 (Serviced)

Rolex - 18038 · $16,250

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

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Dec 18, 2025, 3:29 PM

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