
Rolex - 178278-0037 Datejust 31 Yellow Gold Fluted / Oyster / Silver Diamond
Ref. 178278-0037






Rolex - 178278-0037 Datejust 31 Yellow Gold Fluted / Oyster / Silver Diamond
Ref. 178278-0037
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About This Watch
The Rolex Datejust 31 in yellow gold fluted case embodies a quiet mastery of proportion and refinement, balancing the enduring elegance of the Datejust collection with the contemporary subtlety of its 31-millimeter diameter. The silver dial, adorned with gem-set indexes and paired with stick hands, exudes a timeless sophistication, while the fluted bezel—a hallmark of Rolex’s design language since the 1940s—adds a tactile and visual layer of distinction. Encased in 18ct yellow gold, the watch’s Oyster case ensures both resilience and a warm, lustrous presence, complemented by the sapphire crystal that protects the dial with unobtrusive clarity. The closed case back, a deliberate choice over a transparent design, reinforces the Datejust’s focus on understated luxury, where craftsmanship is celebrated without ostentation. At its heart lies the Caliber 2235, an automatic movement certified as a Superlative Chronometer, ensuring precision and reliability through Rolex’s proprietary Parachrom balance spring and in-house developed technology. This mechanical excellence is paired with a date display at the III position, a feature that has defined the Datejust since its introduction in 1945, marking its place as one of the most recognizable and enduring watch designs in horology. A watch for those who value tradition without sacrificing modernity, the Datejust 31 in yellow gold fluted case is suited to moments that demand both quiet authority and enduring grace—whether in the boardroom, at a gala, or as a companion to life’s most meaningful occasions.
The 178278 family
178278-0037 is one of 37 variants sharing the 178278 base reference — same watch underneath, different dial, bezel, or bracelet execution. Browse the others:

White · Yellow Gold
Ref. 178278-0010 · 31 mm

Champagne · Yellow Gold
Ref. 178278-0018 · 31 mm

Champagne · Yellow Gold
Ref. 178278-0021 · 31 mm

Champagne · Yellow Gold
Ref. 178278-0025 · 31 mm

Silver · Yellow Gold
Ref. 178278-0028 · 31 mm

Silver · Yellow Gold
Ref. 178278-0031 · 31 mm

Silver · Yellow Gold
Ref. 178278-0034 · 31 mm

White · Yellow Gold
Ref. 178278-0038 · 31 mm
+ 28 more variants in this family.
Inside: Caliber 2235
Explore this caliber →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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