Rolex Day-Date 36 36 mm 118238CSP Yellow Gold Champagne

The Rolex Day-Date 36 ref. 118238CSP is one of the most recognizable luxury timepieces in the world — a 36mm wristwatch rendered entirely in 18k yellow gold and finished with a champagne dial, yellow gold fluted bezel, and the signature President bracelet. Since its introduction in 1956, the Day-Date has served as Rolex's flagship dress watch, distinguished by its simultaneous display of both the date and the full day of the week spelled out in full — a complication that was groundbreaking at launch and remains a hallmark of the model today. Reference 118238CSP represents a refined chapter in that long history.

The case of the 118238CSP measures 36mm in diameter and is crafted entirely from 18k yellow gold, giving it the substantial presence and warm luster that Day-Date collectors prize. The fluted bezel, also in 18k yellow gold, is one of the most iconic design elements in watchmaking — its precise geometric ridging not only enhances light play on the wrist but also serves as a longstanding Rolex hallmark of precious-metal models. The overall silhouette is elegantly rounded and immediately identifiable.

At the center of this reference is the champagne dial, a warm, golden-toned surface that complements the yellow gold case and bracelet in a deeply cohesive way. The dial is dressed with applied hour markers that catch the light with precision, and the Day-Date's signature apertures at 12 o'clock for the day display and at 3 o'clock for the date add functional elegance to the face. The result is a dial that reads with clarity while projecting understated richness.

The President bracelet is inseparable from the Day-Date's identity. Introduced alongside the watch in 1956, it features three semi-circular links that flow with the wrist, and in yellow gold it carries a supple, jewel-like weight that no steel or two-tone variant can replicate. The concealed Crownclasp ensures a clean profile on the wrist and a secure, comfortable fit. Wearing the 118238CSP is an experience as much as it is a statement.

Powering the watch is an automatic movement, delivering the reliable self-winding performance Rolex has built its global reputation upon. The Day-Date's movement lineage is one of the most decorated in the industry, and while this listing confirms the automatic complication, buyers can be confident they are acquiring the proven mechanical excellence that defines every Rolex timepiece at this tier.

Bizak & Co. is pleased to offer this Rolex Day-Date 36 ref. 118238CSP to discerning buyers seeking one of watchmaking's most storied references. Whether you are adding to an established collection, purchasing your first significant dress watch, or searching for a gift of lasting value, this yellow gold Day-Date delivers on every level. Browse our inventory at bizakandco.com or contact our team directly to inquire, arrange inspection details, or buy this watch online today.