36mm diameter
It was in the 1970s that Rolex introduced dials with vibrant colors at the centers fading to a much darker tone towards the edges. With their bold colours, attention is first drawn to the center of each dial. This varying tone earns the nickname 'dégradé' or 'vignette' dial. The present Day-Date reference 18038 is fitted with a brown 'dégradé' dial that is further enhanced with diamond-set numerals and has been retained in close to excellent condition.