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Rolex - 178273-0040 Datejust 31 Rolesor Yellow Fluted / Oyster / Silver Diamond

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Rolex Rolex - 178273-0040 Datejust 31 Rolesor Yellow Fluted / Oyster / Silver Diamond
Rolex Rolex - 178273-0040 Datejust 31 Rolesor Yellow Fluted / Oyster / Silver Diamond
Rolex Rolex - 178273-0040 Datejust 31 Rolesor Yellow Fluted / Oyster / Silver Diamond
Rolex Rolex - 178273-0040 Datejust 31 Rolesor Yellow Fluted / Oyster / Silver Diamond

Case

MaterialYellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Diameter31 mm
CrystalSapphire
WR100 m

Dial

ColorSilver
IndexesGem-Set Indexes Hands: Stick

Movement

Caliber2235
Typeautomatic
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About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31 in Rolesor—yellow gold and stainless steel—embodies the quiet authority of a timepiece that has defined elegance for generations. Introduced in 1945, the Datejust collection established itself as a benchmark for luxury watches, blending precision with timeless design. This specific iteration, with its 31mm case and fluted bezel, retains the collection’s iconic silhouette while refining its presence for contemporary wear. The silver dial, framed by gem-set indexes, offers a subtle interplay of light and texture, complemented by the simplicity of stick hands that ensure legibility without ostentation. The Rolesor construction, a hallmark of Rolex’s craftsmanship, merges the warmth of yellow gold with the durability of stainless steel, creating a balance between tradition and modernity. At its core, the watch houses the Caliber 2235, an automatic movement renowned for its reliability and precision, featuring a Parachrom balance spring and a 70-hour power reserve. The sapphire crystal, paired with a closed case back, underscores the watch’s robustness, while the 100-meter water resistance ensures practicality without compromising sophistication. The Datejust 31’s heritage is evident in its meticulous finishing, from the polished edges of the Oyster case to the subtle Côtes de Genève pattern on the movement. This watch is for those who value understated refinement, seeking a piece that transcends trends yet remains eternally relevant. It suits the boardroom, the gala, or the quiet moments of personal significance—worn not as a statement, but as a testament to enduring quality.

The 178273 family

178273-0040 is one of 32 variants sharing the 178273 base reference — same watch underneath, different dial, bezel, or bracelet execution. Browse the others:

+ 23 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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