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Rolex Day Date 40mm

Rolex Day Date 40mm 18K Rose Gold Diamond Baguette Chocolate Dial Watch 228235
Rolex Day Date 40mm 18K Rose Gold Diamond Baguette Chocolate Dial Watch 228235

Rolex Day Date 40mm 18K Rose Gold Diamond Baguette Chocolate Dial Watch 228235

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

👑 General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Day-Date Model Number: 228235 Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Style: Luxury Vintage: ❌ No Year Manufactured: 2010–2019 Country/...

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Rolex Day Date 40mm 18K Rose Gold Diamond Baguette Chocolate Dial Watch 228235
Rolex Day Date 40mm 18K Rose Gold Diamond Baguette Chocolate Dial Watch 228235

Rolex Day Date 40mm 18K Rose Gold Diamond Baguette Chocolate Dial Watch 228235

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

👑 General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Day-Date Model Number: 228235 Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Style: Luxury Vintage: ❌ No Year Manufactured: 2010–2019 Country/...

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Rolex Day-Date President 228238 40MM 8K Gold Black Diagonal-Motif Men Watch B&P
Rolex Day-Date President 228238 40MM 8K Gold Black Diagonal-Motif Men Watch B&P

Rolex Day-Date President 228238 40MM 8K Gold Black Diagonal-Motif Men Watch B&P

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Day-Date President Model Number: 228238 Year Manufactured: 2021 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Style: Luxury Vintage: No Cu...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

Day-Date Rose Gold 40mm Olive green with box and papers
Day-Date Rose Gold 40mm Olive green with box and papers

Day-Date Rose Gold 40mm Olive green with box and papers

By Rolex

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

*We can have it new or second hand You can request more info* Prices will vary- Instantly recognizable, its unique design has forged its identity. At its launch, the Day-Date was t...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Rolex Day-Date 40MM Platinum 22836
Rolex Day-Date 40MM Platinum 22836

Rolex Day-Date 40MM Platinum 22836

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

An unworn Day-Date 40mm crafted in platinum by Rolex. Featuring an ice blue dial with applied hour markers and a fluted platinum bezel new to the 2023 design.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Platinum

Rolex Day-Date 40mm President 18K Gold Roman Champagne Dial Watch 228238
Rolex Day-Date 40mm President 18K Gold Roman Champagne Dial Watch 228238

Rolex Day-Date 40mm President 18K Gold Roman Champagne Dial Watch 228238

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Buyers can verify the watch's authenticity at any boutique or dealership within this period Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model Number: 228238 Country/Region of ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Rolex Day-Date 40mm President 228239 18k White Gold & Meteorite 10 Diamond Dial
Rolex Day-Date 40mm President 228239 18k White Gold & Meteorite 10 Diamond Dial

Rolex Day-Date 40mm President 228239 18k White Gold & Meteorite 10 Diamond Dial

By Rolex

Located in Newport Beach, CA

We are pleased to offer this 2020 Rolex Day-Date 228239. A true statement of rarity and sophistication, this Rolex Day-Date 40 is crafted in solid 18K white gold and features the ult...

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2010s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Rolex Day-Date President 18K Gold Roman Silver Dial Watch 228238
Rolex Day-Date President 18K Gold Roman Silver Dial Watch 228238

Rolex Day-Date President 18K Gold Roman Silver Dial Watch 228238

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Unworn Rolex Day Date 40mm 18K Gold Roman Silver Dial President Watch 228238. 2022 Card.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Day-Date Yellow Gold Champagne Baguette Diamond Dial President 228238
Rolex Day-Date Yellow Gold Champagne Baguette Diamond Dial President 228238

Rolex Day-Date Yellow Gold Champagne Baguette Diamond Dial President 228238

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

Waterproof to 100 meters. Details: Brand: Rolex Model: Day-Date 40 Reference number: 228238 Movement: Automatic Case material: Yellow gold Bracelet material: Yellow gold Condition: ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Day-Date 40 President 18k White Gold Men's 40mm Watch 228239
Rolex Day-Date 40 President 18k White Gold Men's 40mm Watch 228239

Rolex Day-Date 40 President 18k White Gold Men's 40mm Watch 228239

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex Day-Date 40 President 18k White Gold Men's 40mm Watch 228239 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, sapphire crystal, with day and date.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Day-Date 40 President 18k Yellow Gold Men's 40mm Watch 228238
Rolex Day-Date 40 President 18k Yellow Gold Men's 40mm Watch 228238

Rolex Day-Date 40 President 18k Yellow Gold Men's 40mm Watch 228238

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex Day-Date 40 President 18k Yellow Gold Men's 40mm Watch 228238 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, sapphire crystal, with day and date.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Day-Date 40 President 18k Yellow Gold Men's 40mm Watch 228238
Rolex Day-Date 40 President 18k Yellow Gold Men's 40mm Watch 228238

Rolex Day-Date 40 President 18k Yellow Gold Men's 40mm Watch 228238

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex Day-Date 40 President 18k Yellow Gold Men's 40mm Watch 228238 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, sapphire crystal, with day and date.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Day-Date 40 President 18k Yellow Gold Men's 40mm Watch 228238
Rolex Day-Date 40 President 18k Yellow Gold Men's 40mm Watch 228238

Rolex Day-Date 40 President 18k Yellow Gold Men's 40mm Watch 228238

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex Day-Date 40 President 18k Yellow Gold Men's 40mm Watch 228238 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, sapphire crystal, with day and date.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Day-Date II President 18k Yellow Gold Men's 40mm Watch 228238
Rolex Day-Date II President 18k Yellow Gold Men's 40mm Watch 228238

Rolex Day-Date II President 18k Yellow Gold Men's 40mm Watch 228238

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex Day-Date II President 18k Yellow Gold Men's 40mm Watch 228238 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, sapphire crystal, with day and date. 18K Yellow gold; fluted bezel (40mm diameter).

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Day-Date 40 President 18k White Gold Men's 40mm Watch 228349RBR
Rolex Day-Date 40 President 18k White Gold Men's 40mm Watch 228349RBR

Rolex Day-Date 40 President 18k White Gold Men's 40mm Watch 228349RBR

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex Day-Date 40 President 18k White Gold Men's 40mm Watch 228349RBR - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, sapphire crystal, with day and date.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Day-Date 40 President 18k White Gold Men's 40mm Watch 228349RBR
Rolex Day-Date 40 President 18k White Gold Men's 40mm Watch 228349RBR

Rolex Day-Date 40 President 18k White Gold Men's 40mm Watch 228349RBR

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex Day-Date 40 President 18k White Gold Men's 40mm Watch 228349RBR - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, sapphire crystal, with day and date.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Day-Date President Diamond Bezel Watch 228348RBR
Rolex Day-Date President Diamond Bezel Watch 228348RBR

Rolex Day-Date President Diamond Bezel Watch 228348RBR

By Rolex

Located in Southampton, PA

This Rolex Day-Date President 40mm Diamond Bezel Watch, reference number 228348RBR, features an 18K Yellow Gold case measuring 40 mm in diameter.

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Day-Date 228238 Champagne Dial Mens Watch Box Papers
Rolex Day-Date 228238 Champagne Dial Mens Watch Box Papers

Rolex Day-Date 228238 Champagne Dial Mens Watch Box Papers

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck, NY

Rolex Day-Date 228238 Mens Watch. 40mm 18K yellow gold case. 18K yellow gold fluted bezel. 

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Day-Date 40mm President 18K Gold Roman Champagne Dial Watch 228238
Rolex Day-Date 40mm President 18K Gold Roman Champagne Dial Watch 228238

Rolex Day-Date 40mm President 18K Gold Roman Champagne Dial Watch 228238

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Buyers can verify the watch's authenticity at any boutique or dealership within this period Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model Number: 228238 Country/Region of ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Day-Date 228239 President Day-Date Slate/Grey Dial 40mm Watch
Rolex Day-Date 228239 President Day-Date Slate/Grey Dial 40mm Watch

Rolex Day-Date 228239 President Day-Date Slate/Grey Dial 40mm Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Brand: Rolex  Model: Day-Date 40 “President” Day-Date 40  Model Number: 228239 Movement: Automatic Case Material: 18k White Gold Case Size: 40 mm Bezel: White Gold Fluted Dial: Slate...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

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White Gold

Rolex Day Date Rose Gold Chocolate Dial 40mm
Rolex Day Date Rose Gold Chocolate Dial 40mm

Rolex Day Date Rose Gold Chocolate Dial 40mm

By Rolex

Located in Double Bay, AU

2022 Day-Date 40mm Everose Chocolate Dial Full set, box, papers and warranty. Like New THE OYSTER PERPETUAL DAY-DATE 40 IN 18 CT EVEROSE GOLD WITH A CHOCOLATE DIAL, DIAMOND BEZEL,...

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2010s Wrist Watches

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By Richard Mille

Located in New York, NY

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By Patek Philippe

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By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

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By Rolex

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Located in New York, NY

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Rolex Day Date 40mm For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate rolex day date 40mm for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of stainless steel, gold and steel, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 115 vintage or 252 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a rolex day date 40mm may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. While most can agree that any rolex day date 40mm from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 24 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also baguette cut and brilliant cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for women if you’re seeking a rolex day date 40mm, as most of the options available are for men and unisex.

How Much is a Rolex Day Date 40mm?

The price for a rolex day date 40mm starts at $2,800 and tops out at $366,146 with these watches, on average, selling for $21,650.

Rolex for sale on 1stDibs

While the rise in popularity of vintage Rolex watches is of no surprise to aficionados, collectors and industry experts, when it comes to contemporary luxury wristwatches, Rolex is also often the first brand that springs to mind. Not only is the company revered for its precision timekeeping and impeccable craftsmanship, but its name was designed to be memorable.

Rolex's enviable worldwide recognition can be credited in part to the genius of company founder Hans Wilsdorf. When the German-born watch dealer and his brother-in-law, Alfred Davis, set up their London enterprise, in 1905, they called it Wilsdorf & Davis, according to the traditional formula.

But Wilsdorf was determined to come up with another name that was short, would look good on a watch dial and was easy to say and remember in several languages. In 1908, he trademarked the name Rolex, and by 1920, he had moved the company to Geneva and redubbed it as Montres Rolex S.A.

But the main reasons for the brand’s success are its aforementioned commitment to precision and unflagging pursuit of innovation. In 1926, the company introduced the aptly named Oyster model. With a screw-down crown and case back, both fitted with rubber gaskets, this was the first truly waterproof watch.

Five years later, Rolex upped the ante with the Oyster Perpetual. That model’s patented Perpetual movement contained a rotor mechanism enabling it to self-wind. In another trendsetting move, in 1945, the brand debuted the Datejust, with a date window prominently displayed on the dial.

The company’s two most iconic models are sports watches. Although the Submariner, which debuted in 1953, was developed as a dive watch, its waterproof case, solid construction and good looks made it a favorite of adventurers and urbanites alike, including James Bond, who wore it in classics like Dr. No and Goldfinger. The Daytona, the racing chronograph made famous by Paul Newman, is especially sought after by collectors. Newman’s personal Daytona, which hit the auction block in 2017, sold for $17.8 million.

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Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You

Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.

Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.

Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.

In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.

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