Rolex Day Date 36

The Rolex Day Date 36, so named for its 36 mm face, is one of the most distinctive models available from the world’s most luxurious watchmaker. The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day Date is one of the most popular in the Rolex collection thanks to its variety of finishes and materials. No matter which type of Day Date you happen to get, they are an excellent choice among aficionados.

If you have a Rolex Day Date 36 to sell you can do it by using our private buying service. Check out our current stock of luxury watches if you are interested in buying many different Rolex models. Get in touch with us and book a free valuation to sell a Rolex, or even any of the other items that we buy.

How to Sell Your Watch With Burlingtons

Our process is swift, seamless, and designed with your best interests in mind. Bid goodbye to the hassle of intermediaries or middlemen that delay and complicate your transactions. Instead, embrace our trusted expertise.

Our dedicated specialist conducts all valuations, ensuring you receive an attractive selling price promptly. With our commitment to transparency, all valuations are offered without obligation and completely free of charge.

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Contact our team to share the details of the luxury watch or watch collection you would like to sell. We’ll schedule an in person valuation with you.

In Person Valuation

Our specialist will visit at the agreed time and place to carry out a thorough assessment of any items you wish to sell, offering an expert, no-obligation valuation.

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If you choose to accept our offer, we will transfer the agreed amount to your bank account via BACS or make the payment with cash if preferred.

Burlingtons Ltd have been buying and selling Rolex watches for over 20 years. Our experts are on hand to give you the best evaluation for your watch.

What is Unique About the Day Date 36?

The distinctive face of the Rolex Day Date 36 features the quick-set date function, alongside the day of the week spelt out in full, which is the key selling point for the Day Date. Day names are available in 26 languages, from Arabic to Basque to Catalan, as well as many more. All sizes of Day Date come in several precious metals.

What makes the 36 stand out from the others is its size. Other sizes include the Day Date II (measuring 41 mm) and the Day Date 40, but the 36 is the classic.

The current Rolex Day Date 36 has the following references:

18 ct yellow gold (ref. 128238)
18 ct white gold (ref. 128239)
18 ct rose gold, which Rolex likes to call ‘everose’ (ref. 128235)
Platinum (ref. 950)

Rolex Day Date 36 Bezel Materials

Rolex Day Date 36 Dial Colours

The face of a Rolex is key to the wearer’s identity and readability, and there are great dial pairings for the precious metals available on all types of Rolex Day Date. Black dials with yellow gold offer a contrasting look, but yellow gold and green or champagne-coloured dials are a good look too.

There are too many potential dial colours to list, but one thing to note is the ‘Stella’ dials, which were featured on Rolex Day Date 36 watches made in the 1970s. The highly-collectable Stellas are named after the modernism, minimalism, and abstract-expressionism pioneer Frank Stella.

The ‘Stella’ range features lacquered dials, which make the face pop out and means the dial is the most distinctive feature – as opposed to the metals or bezel styles. Unique and distinctive colours of the ‘Stella’ dials include orange, oxblood, turquoise, peach, salmon, pink, and purple.

Rolex Day Date 36 Bracelet Types

Most Rolex Day Date 36s have the classic Oyster bracelet, but there is a President bracelet too.

People call the Rolex Day Date 36 the ‘Rolex Presidential’, which is a nickname that comes from the fact that U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson wore a yellow gold version while in office. Some people might incorrectly tell you that this was Dwight D. Eisenhower, who also wore one, but this is not the source of the nickname. The nickname comes from the unusual semi-circular link bracelet of the President bracelet.

While most Day Date 36s come with the more common three-link Oyster bracelet, another type of bracelet is the classic leather strap, which provides a more vintage look and can help in softening the allure or extravagance of the metals or the watch face.

What is the History of the Rolex Day Date?

The Day Date 36 is one of the most famous and well-regarded of the Rolex range partially due to its long and storied history, having first been introduced in 1956. As we have touched upon, U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson boosted the awareness of the watch while wearing it in office.

However, much like every Rolex watch, the features come alongside other interesting facts that make it remarkable, such as the fact that:

It was the first ever watch to feature the day and date apertures together – something unheard of upon its release. It has had many renowned or historical wearers, including Winston Churchill, John F. Kennedy, and plenty of celebrities, industry leaders, and other notable people. The Rolex Day Date 36 was one of the last watches made by the company before founder Hans Wilsdorf died in 1960. The amount of variety, from the bezel to the bracelet, to the dial, means there are so many permutations that have been seen over the decades. Interesting styles have included a green crocodile skin leather strap and a few, extremely rare and early, stainless steel models as well.

The Benefits of Using Burlingtons

A professional service in the 
comfort of your home
No fees, commissions 
or hidden charges
Over 20 years
experience
Free no obligation
valuations
Immediate 
payment
We can offer prices 
unachievable at auction

How Can I Sell a Rolex Day Date 36?

The best way to sell a Rolex Day Date 36 or any other type of luxury watch or other high-value items is to use our unique private buying service. Our direct, private transaction allows you to bypass the auction system and avoid all unnecessary fees, giving you the highest return possible.

If you have an unused or unwanted Rolex Day Date 36, whether it is yellow gold, white gold, everose gold or platinum, we will be happy to evaluate it for free in the comfort and privacy of your home. Get in touch with us to book a valuation and find out more.

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