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Rolex - 178159-0068 Datejust 31 White Gold Diamond / President / Black

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Rolex Rolex - 178159-0068 Datejust 31 White Gold Diamond / President / Black
Rolex Rolex - 178159-0068 Datejust 31 White Gold Diamond / President / Black
Rolex Rolex - 178159-0068 Datejust 31 White Gold Diamond / President / Black

Case

MaterialWhite Gold
Diameter31 mm
CrystalSapphire
WR100 m

Dial

ColorBlack
FinishGloss
IndexesStick / Dot Hands: Stick

Movement

Caliber2235
Typeautomatic
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About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31, in its 178159-0068 iteration, embodies the quiet authority of a timepiece that has defined elegance for generations. With a 31-millimeter white gold case, this reference marries the enduring refinement of the Datejust collection—introduced in 1945 as a symbol of accessible luxury—with contemporary sophistication. The bezel, adorned with meticulously set gemstones, frames a black dial finished to a high-gloss sheen, its stick indexes and hands rendered in sharp, minimalist precision. The contrast between the dial’s depth and the bezel’s sparkle is deliberate, evoking a balance between restraint and opulence that has long been a hallmark of Rolex’s design philosophy. Beneath the sapphire crystal lies the Caliber 2235, a self-winding movement celebrated for its reliability and the inclusion of a Parachrom blue balance spring, ensuring resilience against magnetic interference and shock. The President bracelet, with its five-piece links and polished finish, complements the case’s curvature, offering both comfort and a tactile connection to the watch’s heritage. This model, while rooted in the Datejust’s legacy of timeless design, subtly nods to modernity through its proportions and materials. Suited for those who value understated sophistication, this watch is as appropriate for a formal evening as it is for the quiet confidence of everyday wear. It speaks to individuals who recognize that true luxury lies not in excess, but in the meticulous execution of tradition—worn with quiet assurance, never ostentation.

The 178159 family

178159-0068 is one of 36 variants sharing the 178159 base reference — same watch underneath, different dial, bezel, or bracelet execution. Browse the others:

+ 27 more variants in this family.

Inside: Caliber 2235

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This model is equipped with calibre 2235, a self-winding mechanical movement entirely developed and manufactured by Rolex. Like all Rolex Perpetual movements, the 2235 is a certified Swiss chronometer, a designation reserved for high-precision watches that have successfully passed the Swiss Official Chronometer Testing Institute (COSC) tests. Its architecture, in common with all Oyster watch movements, makes it singularly reliable

732 other watches in the library run the Rolex 2235.

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