{"product_id":"rolex-day-date-18238-rare-apricot-stella-dial-with-original-guarantee-paper-in-18k-yellow-w3742","title":"Rolex Day-Date 18238 rare Apricot Stella Dial with Original Guarantee paper in 18k yellow","description":"\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"273\"\u003eIntroduced in 1956, the Rolex Day-Date set a new benchmark in watchmaking as the first wristwatch to display both the date and the day of the week fully spelled out on the dial. Crafted exclusively in precious metals, the Day-Date quickly established itself as Rolex’s flagship model and, over the decades, became a lasting symbol of prestige, success, and influence — worn by presidents, world leaders, and cultural icons alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"273\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"704\"\u003eWe always aim to source beautiful and interesting Day-Dates, and today we are delighted to present a particularly rare and charismatic example.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"704\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"849\"\u003ePresented here is a lovely reference 18238 in 18k yellow gold. The case remains in outstanding condition and is fitted with a beautifully sharp fluted bezel. The undeniable highlight of this watch, however, is its spectacular glossy lacquer dial in a soft cream tone with subtle light Apricot\/Peach undertones — one of the famous and highly collectible “Stella” dials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"849\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"1219\"\u003eFor many years, collectors debated the origin of the “Stella” name. Some believed it referred to the dial’s glossy, almost reflective appearance, with “stella” meaning “star” in Italian. Others linked the name to Frank Stella, the American artist celebrated for his bold and colourful works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"1219\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"1512\"\u003eThe true origin, however, lies in production history. The name derives from Stella S.A., a Swiss lacquer supplier responsible for producing the vibrant, high-gloss enamel finishes used for these extraordinary dials. While “Stella dial” became a popular collector term, it is interesting to note that Rolex itself also referred to them internally as “Lacquered Stella” dials in period catalogues and documentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"1512\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"1927\"\u003eToday, Stella dials are admired not only for their rich colours and glossy surfaces, but also for their rarity and their connection to one of Rolex’s most daring and expressive design periods. At the time of their introduction, these colourful dials were considered far too bold for many traditional Day-Date buyers, resulting in relatively low production numbers and very few surviving examples in truly excellent condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"1927\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2354\"\u003eOver recent years, this more unconventional side of Rolex has become increasingly appreciated by collectors, with exceptional Stella dial examples now achieving values comparable to — and sometimes exceeding — those of highly collectible vintage Daytona references.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2621\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2621\"\u003eThis particular Apricot\/peach-toned Stella belongs to the later generation of Stella dials and features a finely printed railroad minute track with elegant Arabic numerals positioned within the track itself. Applied stick hour markers and crisp black printed text complete the design beautifully. The lacquer surface remains wonderfully glossy, while the black text appears almost to “float” above the dial — a charming visual detail we especially love on these Stella configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2621\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"3107\"\u003eAdding even further rarity, both the day and date discs are executed in Chinese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"3107\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"3189\"\u003eThe watch is paired with a President bracelet, reference 8385, fitted with solid end links and remaining in excellent condition throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"3189\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"3330\"\u003eFurthermore, the watch is accompanied by two original booklets, a red Rolex document holder, a Rolex calendar card, and its original punched guarantee papers showing a 1994 sale in Paris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"3330\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"3519\"\u003eOne of the most expressive and collectible Day-Date configurations Rolex ever produced, the soft Apricot\/Peach glossy Stella tone gives this Day-Date a truly unique warmth and personality, We are always happy to help collectors find the right watch — Perhaps this is the one !?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"3519\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"3798\"\u003e\u003cem data-renderer-mark=\"true\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"3815\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ak-ul\" data-indent-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"3819\"\u003eRolex Day-Date Reference 18238\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"3853\"\u003e36mm 18k yellow gold case, sapphire crystal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"3900\"\u003eSuper rare Stella dial soft “Apricot\/Peach” colour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"3955\"\u003eSerial N58xxxx dating to 1991\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"3988\"\u003eRare Chinese language day and date disc\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"4031\"\u003eDouble quick setting movement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"4064\"\u003eYellow gold President bracelet with concealed clasp ref 8385\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"4128\"\u003eRolex Booklets, red document holder, calendar card\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"4182\"\u003ePunched guarantee paper stating sale in Paris, France 1994\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"4244\"\u003eFully serviced by our watch maker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"4281\"\u003eOne-year mechanical warranty\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"4313\"\u003eFree worldwide FedEx Priority shipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Rolex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61925700010314,"sku":"W-3742","price":63900.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0025\/2329\/9889\/files\/W-3742RolexDay-dateCreamcolourStellaDialref18038boxandpaperset_538_1x1_20e7e9f9-cbfe-4ed0-a54b-ff22cb1f666d.jpg?v=1779872718","url":"https:\/\/bulangandsons.org\/products\/rolex-day-date-18238-rare-apricot-stella-dial-with-original-guarantee-paper-in-18k-yellow-w3742","provider":"bulangandsons-backend","version":"1.0","type":"link"}