Rolex Day-Date II 40mm Black Dial 218235-2
$229.00 – $699.00Price range: $229.00 through $699.00
Rolex Day‑Date II 40 mm Ref. 218235‑2 in 18 kt Everose gold featuring a clean black dial, fluted bezel, and President bracelet. Powered by Calibre 3156 automatic movement with day/date displays, sapphire crystal, and 100 m water resistance. Bold yet refined luxury.
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Overview
The Rolex Day‑Date II Ref. 218235‑2 marks a bold evolution in the President lineage—featuring a 40 mm (marketed as 41 mm) solid Everose gold Oyster case and fluted bezel, first introduced in the late 2000s and discontinued in 2015.
Dial, Case & Bracelet
The stark black dial offers crisp contrast against polished Everose hands and index or Roman markers. Protected by scratch-resistant sapphire with Cyclops, the case and fluted bezel exude luxury. The integrated President bracelet with semi-circular three-piece links and concealed Crownclasp secures a comfortable yet regal fit.... Powered by Rolex’s Calibre 3156, this automatic movement is Chronometer-certified, features Double Quickset day/date adjustments, hacking seconds, and approximately 48 hours of power reserve. As a standout in Rolex’s mid-sized offerings, the 218235‑2 combines heritage and size. Its secondary market valuation typically ranges from, depending on dial variant and condition. For a replica of this model, you can consider the RL197 version—a high-grade 904L steel replica mirroring the 218235 style, with user reviews praising authenticity and comfort.Movement & Features
Why It’s Coveted
Technical Specifications
Feature Details Reference 218235‑2 Case 40 mm (41 mm) Everose gold Oyster with fluted bezel, sapphire crystal with Cyclops, 100 m WR Dial Black, available in index, Roman, or gem-set variants Movement Calibre 3156 automatic, COSC-certified, Double Quickset, ~48 h power reserve Bracelet Everose gold President with concealed Crownclasp Functions Hours, minutes, seconds, full day and date display Market Value & Legacy
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