ROLEX, DAY-DATE REF. 18038 ‘CROWN KHANJAR’, A GOLD AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITH OXBLOOD STELLA DIAL MADE FOR THE SULTANATE OF OMAN
CASE NUMBER: 6’512’636, MOVEMENT NUMBER: 1’444’218
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Price Realised USD 40,320
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USD 30,000 - USD 50,000
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Closed: 30 Apr 2024
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ROLEX, DAY-DATE REF. 18038 ‘CROWN KHANJAR’, A GOLD AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITH OXBLOOD STELLA DIAL MADE FOR THE SULTANATE OF OMAN
CASE NUMBER: 6’512’636, MOVEMENT NUMBER: 1’444’218
Rolex introduced glossy lacquer dials known as Stella dials on their Day-Date models in the 1970s and made them through the 80s. These lacquered dials had a high gloss finish and were available in a riot of colours, tones you wouldn’t expect to see on a Rolex.
Flamboyant, whimsical and in stark contrast to Rolex’s tool watch aesthetic, they were not popular initially but are highly collectible today. Some believed the name is a reference to artist Frank Stella, who specialised in bright colours.
However, it is now widely accepted that Stella is the name of the Swiss company that provided the special lacquer to Rolex’s dial makers. It is believed that these dials were originally produced for a few markets including the Middle East and Asia but found their way to other regions as well.
The present Ref. 18038 has a further layer of exclusivity, courtesy the green Crown Khanjar symbol visible at 6 o'clock position. Bearing the royal crest of the ruling family of Oman, this timepiece is one of those commissioned by Sultan Qaboos Bin Said Al Said, the former ruler of Oman.
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CASE NUMBER: 6’512’636, MOVEMENT NUMBER: 1’444’218ROLEX, DAY-DATE REF. 18038 ‘CROWN KHANJAR’, A GOLD AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITH OXBLOOD STELLA DIAL MADE FOR THE SULTANATE OF OMANEstimate: USD 30,000 - 50,000
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OVERALL CONDITION: Good CASE: With light surface scratches only, there are tool marks visible on the underside of the lugs from the removal of bracelet. Gold hallmarks clearly visible. The case has been refreshed in the past, but the proportions are still intact. DIAL: Nice, clean and original. The lume plots on the dial and hands do not react to UV light. MOVEMENT: Ticking at the time of cataloguing. The date and day wheel are turning correctly. However, we do not test the movement for accuracy. A service is recommended. BRACELET: With light surface scratches. The links have been polished in the past, the links are a bit loose from wear CLASP: With surface scratches
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CASE NUMBER: 6’512’636, MOVEMENT NUMBER: 1’444’218ROLEX, DAY-DATE REF. 18038 ‘CROWN KHANJAR’, A GOLD AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITH OXBLOOD STELLA DIAL MADE FOR THE SULTANATE OF OMANEstimate: USD 30,000 - 50,000
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