Admittedly one of the most iconic Rolex models, the Day-Date was a phenomenal breakthrough for Rolex when it was first released in the 1956. Showcasing day and date indications at 12 and 3 o’clock, it was the very first first self-winding chronometer wristwatch with a waterproof case. Visible on the wrists of the most prominent and influential men of the last century, the Rolex Day-Date was made only available in precious metals, including yellow, rose and white gold, as well as platinum.

The present Day-Date is an outstanding model for a number of reasons. Cased in 18K yellow gold it features a "bark-finish" bezel with the same finishing present on the center links of its Jubilee Bracelet. Most notably, the watch is fitted with a "Khanjar" dial, featuring the Khanjar symbol, a part of the national emblem of Oman. Watches fitted with "Khanjar" dials were made on special request from His Majesty Qaboos bin Said Al Said, the Sultan of Oman. Furthermore, the day and date disk are in Arabic, perfectly matching with the provenance of the timepiece. The caseback is furthermore engraved with the Omani Khanjar in red lacquer.

Boasting an impressive case, such rare and historically interesting timepiece hardly appear on the market, making the present example a unique opportunity to acquire a glamorous and historically relevant timepiece.

The present watch is furthermore illustrated in Day-Date The Presidential Rolex by Pucci Papaleo Editore, pages 286-287.