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Rolex - 178278-0070 Datejust 31 Yellow Gold Fluted / Oyster / Champagne

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Rolex Rolex - 178278-0070 Datejust 31 Yellow Gold Fluted / Oyster / Champagne
Rolex Rolex - 178278-0070 Datejust 31 Yellow Gold Fluted / Oyster / Champagne
Rolex Rolex - 178278-0070 Datejust 31 Yellow Gold Fluted / Oyster / Champagne

Case

MaterialYellow Gold
Diameter31 mm
CrystalSapphire
WR100 m

Dial

ColorChampagne
IndexesStick / Dot Hands: Stick

Movement

Caliber2235
Typeautomatic
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About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31, in its 178278-0070 iteration, embodies the enduring elegance of a collection that has defined modern luxury watchmaking since its introduction in 1945. This particular reference marries the Datejust’s timeless silhouette with a refined palette: a champagne dial, softly luminous and subtly textured, is framed by a yellow gold fluted bezel that echoes the enduring design language of Rolex’s Oyster case. The stick indexes and hands, applied with minimalist precision, complement the dial’s warmth without overwhelming it, creating a balance between legibility and sophistication. The 31-millimeter diameter, paired with a lug width of 16 millimeters, ensures a presence that is both intimate and commanding, a testament to the collection’s ability to adapt to evolving tastes while preserving its heritage. Beneath the sapphire crystal lies the Caliber 2235, an automatic movement that exemplifies Rolex’s commitment to in-house engineering. With a date display and a power reserve of approximately 55 hours, it operates with the quiet reliability that has become synonymous with the brand. The closed caseback, while discreet, underscores the Oyster case’s waterproofness to 100 meters—a feature that has long distinguished Rolex as a pioneer in horological durability. This watch is for those who value understated distinction, whose wardrobes demand pieces that transcend trends yet remain unmistakably exceptional. It suits formal occasions with its polished restraint, yet its robust construction ensures it is equally at home in the complexities of daily life. A companion for discerning collectors and connoisseurs who seek a blend of heritage, craftsmanship, and enduring elegance.

The 178278 family

178278-0070 is one of 37 variants sharing the 178278 base reference — same watch underneath, different dial, bezel, or bracelet execution. Browse the others:

+ 28 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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