We are proud to offer an exceptional example of a 1978 Rolex Oysterquartz Day-Date President, reference 19018, in solid 18k yellow gold. This timepiece is a fascinating chapter in Rolex history, born from the brand’s innovative response to the 1970s Quartz Crisis. Instead of outsourcing, Rolex developed its own high-precision, chronometer-certified quartz movement and housed it in a distinctively angular case with an integrated solid-gold President bracelet. 

This particular watch is a collector's dream, remaining in unpolished, razor-sharp condition with crisp factory lines. It features the sought-after solid gold fluted bezel and a beautiful silver dial that provides a touch of elegant contrast. 

Finding one in this state is rare, but locating it with its original papers, correctly dated to 1978, is truly extraordinary. 

Freshly serviced by our watchmaker and keeping excellent time, this watch offers a bold and significant presence on the wrist. Your chance to acquire a stunning part of Rolex heritage.

The watch looks incredible and is ready to be worn! The serial on this watch begins with 5.6xxxxx dating this watch to late 1978 which correctly matches the papers.

The Details:

Case: 36 mm 18 karat solid yellow gold case is in stunning condition including nice sharp and thick lugs which remains unpolished

Bezel: 18 karat fluted bezel which has never been polished

Dial/Hands: Original Rolex silver dial in stunning condition, it truly is spectacular in hand. Hands are original Rolex in attractive condition

Caseback: Nice original 18 karat yellow gold back in sharp condition

Movement: Rolex quartz movement which has been serviced by our watchmaker and is currently running well

Bracelet/Strap: Factory solid 18 karat yellow gold president bracelet which remains unpolished and is in very very tight condition. It has nearly no stretch given its age. A truly well taken care of example as many of these bracelets have weak/over polished logos at the clasp whereas this one is bold and pronounced. Bracelet will fit a 7.8 inch wrist

Crystal: Original attractive condition with no distractions

Accessories: This watch comes with box, warranty papers dated 1978, booklet, border receipts, polishing cloth, leather holder. A very complete package, it was a very well taken care of watch which is ready to be enjoyed by its new owner :)