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Rolex Day-Date 18038 vs 18048

The 18038 is typically USD 8,922 (30%) cheaper than the 18048, comparing median asking prices from dealers in 16 countries on 13 November 2026.

1803818048
Median askingUSD 21,168USD 30,090
Lowest askingUSD 10,836USD 24,343
Highest askingUSD 63,989USD 132,995
For sale896
Cheapest marketSwitzerlandJapan
With box and papers–50%
Sold, last 90 days7–
Typical days to sell52–
ModelDay-Date–
Case36 mm–
Case materialYellow gold–
BezelYellow gold–
BraceletPresident–
MovementRolex 3055–

18038

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18048

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Questions about the 18038 and 18048

Is the 18038 or the 18048 cheaper?

The 18038 is typically USD 8,922 (30%) cheaper than the 18048, comparing median asking prices from dealers in 16 countries on 13 November 2026.

Where is each one cheapest?

The lowest asking price for the 18038 is in Switzerland (USD 10,836), and for the 18048 in Japan (USD 24,343).

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