About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31, in its 178248-0044 iteration, embodies the quiet authority of a timepiece that has defined elegance for generations. The yellow gold domed case, a hallmark of the collection’s enduring appeal, is paired with a president bracelet—a symbol of prestige and comfort—that ensures the watch rests seamlessly against the wrist. At its heart lies a mother-of-pearl dial, its sunburst finish catching light with a subtle, shifting iridescence that evokes the ocean’s surface. Roman numerals, rendered in a crisp, understated hand, frame the dial’s edges, while slender stick hands trace the hours with precision. The Datejust 31’s 31mm diameter, a deliberate nod to the collection’s original 1945 design, balances modern wearability with the timeless proportions that have made it a cornerstone of Rolex’s legacy. Powering this watch is the Caliber 2235, an automatic movement with a date display and a 70-hour power reserve, reflecting Rolex’s commitment to mechanical excellence without ostentation. The sapphire crystal, paired with a closed case back, ensures the watch’s integrity against the elements while preserving the clean, uncluttered aesthetic that defines the collection. This is a timepiece for those who value heritage as much as horology, its presence a quiet assertion of discernment. Whether worn to a black-tie affair or as a companion through the quiet hours of daily life, it speaks in

Champagne · Yellow Gold

Ref. 178248-0012 · 31 mm

White · Yellow Gold

Ref. 178248-0013 · 31 mm

White · Yellow Gold

Ref. 178248-0014 · 31 mm

Black · Yellow Gold

Ref. 178248-0019 · 31 mm

Silver · Yellow Gold

Ref. 178248-0020 · 31 mm

Champagne · Yellow Gold

Ref. 178248-0023 · 31 mm

White · Yellow Gold

Ref. 178248-0025 · 31 mm

Black · Yellow Gold

Ref. 178248-0026 · 31 mm

+ 29 more variants in this family.

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.

Rolex - 178158-0056 Datejust 31 Yellow Gold Diamond / Oyster / Black MOP

Ref. 178158-0056 · 31 mm

Rolex - 178248-0079 Datejust 31 Yellow Gold Domed / Oyster / Champagne Roman

Ref. 178248-0079 · 31 mm

Rolex - 178245f-0032 Datejust 31 Everose Domed / President / Chocolate Roman

Ref. 178245f-0032 · 31 mm

Rolex - 81299-0014 Datejust Pearlmaster 34 White Gold Diamond Mother of Pearl Diamonds

Ref. 81299-0014 · 34 mm