Rolex Day-Date Ref. 118209 - "Very good" condition - German papers

This Rolex Day-Date 36, reference 118209, in solid 18K white gold has a salmon dial with Roman numerals. It comes with its German papers and is in very good condition.

Rolex launched the Day-Date in 1956. It was the first wristwatch to show both the day of the week spelled out in full and the date on the dial, and it is known as the “President”. The 118209 is the white gold version from the generation made in the 2000s and 2010s. The 36 mm Oyster case has the signature flat white gold bezel and sits on the President bracelet with its concealed Crownclasp. At first glance the white gold looks almost like steel, which makes it the most understated of the precious-metal Day-Dates.

The salmon dial is what makes this example special. Its warm, soft pink tone is a striking contrast to the cool white gold, and with the classic Roman numerals it gives the watch an elegant, almost vintage character. Salmon dials have become one of the most sought-after colours among collectors.

Inside is Rolex’s automatic calibre 3155, with the day at 12 o’clock, the date under the Cyclops lens at 3 o’clock, and double quickset for easy setting.

A white gold President with one of the most beautiful Day-Date dial colours, with German papers and in very good condition.