Since its introduction in 1956, the Day-Date has continued to embody the Rolex ethos of luxury and power. Myriad combinations were made possible by the variety of dials and case materials, the innumerable bezel patterns, and the different bracelet assortments. With the Day-Date, Rolex was able to offer almost bespoke wristwatches that would excite their global clientele – as simple or as lavish as a customer could desire. The Day-Date is additionally notable for its ability to grace the wrist of any gender due not only to its perfectly balanced case size but also an uncanny knack of taking on the persona of its wearer. Whether worn as an embellishment, status symbol, or versatile daily companion, the Day-Date is instantly recognizable and much beloved.

The current watch possesses a number of superlative features: an unpolished case in the noblest of metals, an attractive and sleek smooth bezel, double quick-set function for the day and the date, and beautiful dégradé blue dial set with brilliant-cut and baguette diamonds. The latter element truly sets this piece apart. The fluted bezel version featured in Pucci Papaleo Editore’s Day-Date: The Presidential Rolex is nicknamed "Poseidon", and it is easy to see how the blue centripetal color gradient would inspire notions of the Greek God of the seas. Starting at a dark navy – almost black – at the outermost parts of the lacquered dial and smoothly transitioning to a vibrant ocean blue, the dégradé (or "vignette") effect is quite arresting. Paired with perfectly aged luminous plots and vibrant diamonds at the hour markers, this mid-1990s Day-Date is elegant opulence at its best.