Rolex Day-Date
FOR SALE
Rolex Day-Date 40 Platinum Ice Blue Dial President 228236 - Full Set
$79,500
The Rolex Day-Date 40 228236 sits at the top of the modern Day-Date family, combining one of Rolex’s most recognizable designs with the quiet weight and distinction of platinum. This example is presented in platinum with an ice-blue dial and President bracelet, giving the watch a calm but unmistakable presence on the wrist. The day and date functions remain genuinely useful in daily wear, while the 40mm case gives the piece a balanced modern proportion. For the collector who wants a Rolex with permanence, discretion, and meaningful material distinction, this is a compelling addition. The platinum case, ice-blue dial, fluted bezel, and President bracelet make this Day-Date feel refined, substantial, and deeply assured.
WATCHES OF CHARLOTTE
Watch Details
Condition
Very Good (Worn with little to no signs of wear).
This timepiece exceeds the Watches of Charlotte standard for quality, presentation, and overall condition.
Accessories
Original Box & Original Papers
Year
2024
Ref No
228236
Functional Value
The Day-Date has always been valued for its clarity and usability. The instantaneous day and date apertures give the watch everyday practicality, while the self-winding caliber 3255 and approximately 70-hour power reserve make it easy to live with.
Design Significance
Platinum gives the Day-Date a very different character than its yellow gold or Everose counterparts. Paired with the ice-blue dial, a signature associated with Rolex platinum pieces, this reference carries distinction without needing to be loud.
Versatility in Wear
On the President bracelet, the 228236 has presence, weight, and comfort in equal measure. It transitions naturally from business settings to evenings out, and the ice-blue dial keeps the watch crisp rather than overly formal.
Strategic Role in a Collection
This is the kind of Rolex that can serve as a long-term cornerstone within a serious collection. It offers the recognizability of the Day-Date, the discretion of platinum, and the enduring appeal of one of Rolex’s most important designs.
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