Rado DiaStar Original R12304303 — Iconic Gold-Tone Design That Resists the Everyday

The Rado DiaStar Original R12304303 revives the 1962 silhouette that made scratch resistance a luxury statement. Its fully gold-tone case and matching bracelet frame a warm champagne-gold dial set with diamond hour markers, delivering understated brilliance on the wrist. Priced at $1,100, it is a dress watch built to look as sharp years from now as it does today.

Beneath the domed profile, a Swiss quartz movement (Rado calibre R114) drives precise hours, minutes, central seconds and a day-date display. The 35.1 mm oval case pairs CVD-coated hardmetal and stainless steel with a yellow-gold PVD finish for lasting scratch resistance, protected by a sapphire crystal and rated to 30 meters of water resistance. The full gold-tone bracelet closes on a secure three-fold deployment clasp.

Key specifications

• Reference: R12304303
• Movement: Swiss quartz, Rado calibre R114
• Functions: Hours, minutes, central seconds, day-date
• Case material: CVD-coated hardmetal and stainless steel, yellow-gold PVD finish
• Case size: 35.1 mm (oval), approx. 10.1 mm thick
• Dial: Champagne gold-tone with diamond hour markers
• Crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphire
• Water resistance: 30 meters (100 feet)
• Bracelet: Full gold-tone stainless steel, three-fold deployment clasp
• Origin: Swiss Made

Why buy from Karat22

Karat 22 Jewelers in Houston pairs a curated selection of fine timepieces with attentive, in-person service. This Rado DiaStar Original is backed by a 5 Year Rado Warranty as listed. Contact our team for bracelet sizing, current availability, or any additional questions before you buy.

Rado DiaStar Original — frequently asked questions

What movement powers the Rado DiaStar Original R12304303?

It runs on a Swiss quartz movement, Rado calibre R114, with hours, minutes, central seconds and a day-date display.

What size is the case?

The oval case measures 35.1 mm across and roughly 10.1 mm thick, a comfortable mid-size profile that wears elegantly under a cuff.

Does this watch have diamonds?

Yes. The champagne gold-tone dial is set with diamond hour markers for a refined touch of sparkle.

How water resistant is it?

It is rated to 30 meters (100 feet), suitable for everyday wear and incidental splashes, but not for swimming or diving.

Is it covered by a warranty?

This listing includes a 5 Year Rado Warranty.