Rolex Day-Date 36 Oxblood Stella MINT 18038
Here’s something you don’t come across every day.
This Rolex Day-Date reference 18038 from 1979 features one of the rarest and most captivating dials Rolex ever produced — the Stella dial in deep oxblood red. Originally created for Middle Eastern and Asian markets in the 1970s and 1980s, these lacquered enamel dials were made in extremely limited quantities, and many didn’t survive the decades due to cracking and discoloration. Finding one in this original, vibrant condition is exceptionally rare.
The gloss of the oxblood lacquer contrasts beautifully with the 18ct yellow gold case and President bracelet. This example still has the correct tritium “T SWISS T” markings and features applied yellow gold indices. TIt comes with its original box making this a true collector’s dream.