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Rolex Day-Date 18038 vs 18388

The 18038 is typically USD 12,912 (38%) cheaper than the 18388, comparing median asking prices from dealers in 16 countries on 13 November 2026.

1803818388
Median askingUSD 21,168USD 34,080
Lowest askingUSD 10,836USD 29,262
Highest askingUSD 63,989USD 45,473
For sale899
Cheapest marketSwitzerlandUnited Kingdom
Sold, last 90 days7–
Typical days to sell52–
ModelDay-Date–
Case36 mm–
Case materialYellow gold–
BezelYellow gold–
BraceletPresident–
MovementRolex 3055–

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Questions about the 18038 and 18388

Is the 18038 or the 18388 cheaper?

The 18038 is typically USD 12,912 (38%) cheaper than the 18388, 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 18388 in United Kingdom (USD 29,262).

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