About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31, in its 178248-0088 iteration, embodies the quiet authority of a timepiece that has defined elegance for generations. The yellow gold case, polished to a warm, lustrous sheen, is crowned with a domed sapphire crystal that amplifies the dial’s refined allure. At its center lies a champagne sunburst dial, its radiating texture catching light in a subtle interplay of depth and brilliance. The gem-set indexes, each carefully placed, lend a touch of discreet opulence, while the stick hands trace their path with precision, their simplicity a counterpoint to the dial’s ornamentation. The president bracelet, with its subtly curved links, ensures a secure yet unobtrusive fit, a testament to Rolex’s mastery of both function and form. As the flagship model of the Datejust collection—a line introduced in 1945 to mark the debut of the self-winding perpetual calendar—this reference carries the weight of heritage in its construction. Beneath the caseback lies the Caliber 2235, a movement that marries Rolex’s legendary in-house engineering with modern advancements in chronometry, ensuring accuracy and reliability without drawing attention to itself. The 100-meter water resistance and 31-millimeter diameter strike a balance between wearability and presence, making it a versatile companion for both formal occasions and moments of quiet introspection. This watch is for those who value understated sophistication, whose discernment lies not in ostentation but in the quiet confidence of a piece that demands no explanation. It suits the boardroom, the gala, or the private collection of someone who understands that true luxury is measured in the precision of its craft and the legacy it carries.

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