1995 Rolex Day-Date 18238 Champagne Stick Dial

The 1995 Rolex Day-Date reference 18238 is the definitive expression of Rolex prestige, crafted entirely in solid 18K yellow gold and paired with its iconic President bracelet. The champagne stick dial delivers a clean, elegant look that perfectly complements the warm gold case, offering timeless sophistication without excess. At 36mm, the proportions are classic and refined, while the day and date complications—spelled out in full at 12 o’clock and magnified at 3—cement its status as the watch famously known as “The President.”

Powered by Rolex’s automatic caliber and built with the brand’s uncompromising standards, the 18238 represents a sweet spot between vintage character and modern reliability. The combination of precious metal, understated dial design, and legendary comfort on the wrist makes this reference endlessly wearable and highly collectible. Whether you’re drawn to its heritage, its presence, or its quiet confidence, this Day-Date is a timeless statement piece that will never fall out of favor.

Serial: W,540,XXX

Reference: 18238

Case Year: 1995

Bracelet: 18k Yellow Gold

Dial: Champagne Stick Dial - Tritium

Case: 36mm - 18K Yellow Gold

Movement: Rolex 3155 - Automatic - Running (+5 s/d 295 amp)

Functions: HMS, Day-Date

Box and Papers: No box or papers - watch only

Crystal: Sapphire

Bracelet size: 7.25”

Case is sharp and appears unpolished with only normal micro wear. Bracelet is tight with very minimal wear. Dial, hands. and crystal have no wear. Running (+5 s/d 295 amp).

Rolex was founded in 1905 by Hans Wilsdorf and Alfred Davis in London, before moving to Geneva in 1919 to be closer to the heart of Swiss watchmaking. From the start, Wilsdorf envisioned a wristwatch that was not only elegant, but also precise and reliable—an ambitious goal at a time when pocket watches dominated. Rolex went on to pioneer key innovations in horology, including the first officially certified chronometer wristwatch, the Oyster case (the world’s first waterproof wristwatch), and the Perpetual rotor—the self-winding mechanism that became the standard for modern automatic watches. These technical breakthroughs laid the foundation for Rolex’s enduring reputation for rugged luxury and mechanical excellence.

Today, Rolex is arguably the most recognized name in watches, with models like the Submariner, Daytona, Datejust, and GMT-Master becoming cultural icons in their own right. Whether tied to deep-sea exploration, motorsport, aviation, or mountain summits, each model reflects the brand’s commitment to performance and precision under extreme conditions. The brand’s status is bolstered by its unmatched consistency in design, rigorous in-house testing, and long-standing associations with exploration, sport, and achievement. For collectors and enthusiasts, Rolex represents more than a timepiece—it’s a benchmark of mechanical reliability, timeless design, and global prestige.