1968 Rolex Day-Date 1803 in White Gold – “Doorstop Dial”

We are pleased to present this fine example of a Rolex Day-Date reference 1803 in 18k white gold, produced in 1968 (serial number 183xxxx).
It is equipped with a white gold fluted bezel and an unusual dial appreciated by connoisseurs: the "Doorstop Dial". This nickname comes from the shape of the applied indexes at 6 and 9 o'clock, reminiscent of doorstops, which give a particular charm to this dial variant.
Very well preserved since its birth over 50 years ago, equipped with a Rolex automatic movement of great precision and reliability, this watch is a symbol of timeless elegance and discreet luxury.

The Day-Date is one of Rolex's most iconic models. Introduced in 1956, this collection has been in continuous production for almost 70 years. Numerous variations have followed one another: from the first models with “heart” indexes to hard stone dials, through the colored lacquers known as “Stella Dials”, or more recently the introduction of meteorite dials… This is what makes the charm of the Day-Date, and the interest of collectors for this model: its diversity.

Crafted exclusively from precious metals and nicknamed “the watch of presidents,” it is a symbol of prestige, innovation and enduring sophistication.

The reference 1803 occupies a special place in the lineage of Day-Dates. It is the reference par excellence, the one which, produced for 20 years from 1958 to 1978, perhaps saw the greatest diversity of dials out of all the iterations.

The watch we are presenting today has an unusual dial that is appreciated by connoisseurs: the "Doorstop Dial". This nickname comes from the shape of the applied indexes at 6 and 9 o'clock, reminiscent of doorstops, which give a particular charm to this dial variant.

The case back has a “Geneva Key” no. 12 hallmark indicating that the gold case was manufactured by the company Genex SA, a Rolex subcontractor, in Chêne-Bourg (Switzerland).

The movement has been completely overhauled by an experienced watchmaker used to working with vintage Rolex calibers and functions within the strictest tolerances.

Preserved in beautiful overall condition, this watch combines the prestige of the Day-Date in precious metal and the elegance of white gold and the leather strap. It is a symbol of quiet luxury, pleasant to wear daily and practical, thanks to the display of days, date, and to its robust and precise movement.

This white gold Day-Date is presented in good overall condition.
The beautiful case features wide, prominent lugs, with clear demarcations between the satin/brushed and mirror-polished surfaces. The gold hallmark behind the lug at 7 o'clock is clear. The case back is very well preserved, all its inscriptions inside are clear. The crown is in perfect condition. The serial and reference numbers engraved between the lugs are deep and perfectly legible.
The white gold fluted bezel is well preserved and retains sharp angles.
The original "Doorstop" dial is well preserved, with dots of luminescent material at the tips of the indexes that have developed a pronounced patina. The dial rim has some slightly darker areas. The doorstop-shaped indexes at 6 and 9 o'clock present some surface scratches.
The movement has been completely overhauled by an experienced watchmaker used to working with vintage Rolex calibers and functions within the strictest tolerances.
The gold-colored leather strap is new, and comes with an authentic Rolex steel pin buckle, made by Boucledor, in perfect condition.

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