Ever glamorous, the Day-Date model delights with its myriad of dial, bracelet, bezel and gold-finished designs. Since its inception in 1956, it remains one of the most surprising and diverse flagship models Rolex has ever produced. Apart from prototype models, the Day-Date has only been cased in precious metals, attesting to its glamor and prestige.

An extremely early example of reference 1803, the present watch is named "El Dorado" due to its gold livery and is forever preserved in literature. It is prominently illustrated in both Day-Date, The Presidential Rolex by Pucci Papaleo Editore and 100 Superlative Rolex Watches by John Goldberger. It features a most impressive pink gold brick link bracelet stamped for 1959, which corresponds to the year of manufacture of the wristwatch. Heavy, luxurious and flexible, it adds so much presence to the timepiece.

Furthermore, the watch itself is preserved in astounding condition. There are barely any signs of wear on the dial, which is particularly astounding, considering the watch is 60 years of age. All graphics are intact, and it displays a rare non-luminous dial with dart indexes, which is correct for early examples.