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Rolex - 178248-0074 Datejust 31 Yellow Gold Domed / President / Black MOP

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Rolex Rolex - 178248-0074 Datejust 31 Yellow Gold Domed / President / Black MOP
Rolex Rolex - 178248-0074 Datejust 31 Yellow Gold Domed / President / Black MOP
Rolex Rolex - 178248-0074 Datejust 31 Yellow Gold Domed / President / Black MOP

Case

MaterialYellow Gold
Diameter31 mm
CrystalSapphire
WR100 m

Dial

ColorBlack
IndexesGem-Set Indexes Hands: Stick

Movement

Caliber2235
Typeautomatic
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About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31, in its 178248-0074 iteration, embodies the quiet authority of a timepiece that has defined elegance since its introduction in 1945. This particular model, with its domed yellow gold case and polished president bracelet, marries the enduring proportions of the Datejust’s original design to contemporary refinement. The dial, a deep black mother-of-pearl surface, is both a nod to traditional craftsmanship and a canvas for subtle opulence, its gem-set indexes adding a tactile and visual contrast to the stick hands that trace the hours with precision. The sapphire crystal, paired with a water resistance of 100 meters, ensures durability without compromising the watch’s refined silhouette. At its heart lies the Caliber 2235, an automatic movement celebrated for its reliability and the inclusion of a date display that operates with seamless fluidity. This mechanical backbone, housed within a closed case back, underscores Rolex’s commitment to horological integrity—a legacy the Datejust collection has upheld for over seven decades. The 31-millimeter diameter, a deliberate choice to balance presence with wearability, speaks to a design philosophy that prioritizes accessibility without sacrificing the brand’s signature gravitas. This watch is for the individual who values understated sophistication, whose discernment lies in the interplay of heritage and innovation. It is suited to moments that demand both quiet confidence and enduring quality, whether worn at a gala or tucked beneath a cuff during a quiet afternoon. For those who recognize that true luxury resides in the details, the Datejust 31 is a testament to timelessness.

The 178248 family

178248-0074 is one of 38 variants sharing the 178248 base reference — same watch underneath, different dial, bezel, or bracelet execution. Browse the others:

+ 29 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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