Rolex Day-Date 18328 – Mahogany Dial – box papers

The Rolex Day-Date 18328 with a rare mahogany dial is a masterpiece that combines Rolex precision with the organic beauty of natural materials. Crafted in 18k yellow gold, this piece has developed a remarkably warm, pinkish hue over the decades — a rare and desirable transformation that only occurs when a gold watch has been carefully preserved and never polished.

The subtle change in tone is due to the natural oxidation of the alloy’s non-gold components, an effect that gives the surface a rich depth reminiscent of vintage pink gold. This kind of patina can only form when the watch has spent decades stored untouched, away from excessive wear or polishing wheels.

Despite its age, this example has clearly been lightly and respectfully worn: there is a minor, natural stretch to the President bracelet, consistent with honest use. Yet the case and bracelet retain their original geometry — the grain of the brushing remains crisp, and the hallmarks are deep and perfectly defined, confirming that the watch has never been refinished.

The mahogany dial — cut from a real piece of tropical hardwood — is immaculate. Its deep reddish-brown tones echo the warmth of the case, with a high-gloss lacquer finish that plays beautifully with the light. Every wood dial is unique, its grain pattern individual and unrepeatable, making this one a true original.

Specifications

Why This Watch Matters

• Exotic dial craftsmanship: The mahogany dial is part of Rolex’s short-lived and now legendary “wood dial” series, produced in very limited numbers in the 1970s–1990s. The genuine mahogany veneer is an artistic expression of nature within the architecture of Rolex precision.
• Pure luxury: Entirely crafted in 18k gold, powered by Rolex’s precise in-house caliber 3155.
• Understated rarity: A discreet yet powerful statement — wood, gold, and heritage combined.

• Untouched, unpolished condition:The sharp brushing, perfect hallmarks, and original geometry make this one of the most honest examples on the market.
• Unique patina:The gold alloy has developed a soft pinkish warmth — a natural oxidation effect that only time and preservation can create.
• Full-set provenance:Complete with its box and papers — an increasingly rare state of preservation for a 1990s Day-Date

In Essence

The Rolex Day-Date 18328 with mahogany dial embodies a side of Rolex seldom seen today — one that celebrates organic beauty and artisanal refinement within a framework of engineering excellence. A watch that doesn’t shout, but resonates with quiet authority and timeless charm.