Rolex Day-Date 1803 'Stella'

Maya blue: a unique and bright pigment -often used on frescos or serving as color for other decorative arts- by the Aztecs and Mayas. A millennium or so later; the company Stella SA provided this specific blue dial for an incredible Rolex 1803/9.

To truly grasp how special this configuration is, we must place ourselves in the period of time this watch was conceived; half a century ago. The Day-Date was known as the flagship model and -coming only in precious metal- the average price reflected the prestige. Naturally, most who gravitated towards this valuable line, chose a specimen to flaunt their wealth by opting for a yellow gold one (optionally with some gems too). The white metal executions fly way more under the radar and were by many mistaken as stainless steel Rolex'. The initial owner of this 1803 certainly was not bothered by this and went even a step further: a bright blue dial! To compensate, most Stella dials found In white metal Day-Dates have diamond markers and/ or a diamond bezel, this one is stealthier and sports regular applied baton indices.

Since most of its current value is in the dial, the condition of it is of utmost importance. Rather seldom they lack any crack, scratch or blemish on the surface; but we are very happy the lacquer remains in full glory. The glossy sheen stays unintereputed in its perfection and the contrasting black print shows no defects. Interesting to note is the absence of luminescent material on either the hands and dial.

It shouldn't come at a surprise that such a dial is complimented by an exterior in equally strong state. The hallmarks on the thick lugs are firmly visible and the fluted bezel is preserved how we like it. The bracelet is virtually stretch free and sports a beloved concealed clasp.