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Rolex - 178278-0121 Datejust 31 Yellow Gold Fluted / President / Silver Roman

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Rolex Rolex - 178278-0121 Datejust 31 Yellow Gold Fluted / President / Silver Roman
Rolex Rolex - 178278-0121 Datejust 31 Yellow Gold Fluted / President / Silver Roman
Rolex Rolex - 178278-0121 Datejust 31 Yellow Gold Fluted / President / Silver Roman

Case

MaterialYellow Gold
Diameter31 mm
CrystalSapphire
WR100 m

Dial

ColorSilver
FinishSunburst
IndexesRoman Numerals Hands: Stick

Movement

Caliber2235
Typeautomatic
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About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31, in its 178278-0121 iteration, embodies the enduring elegance of a collection first introduced in 1945, a timepiece that has since become a benchmark for understated sophistication. The dial, a luminous silver with a sunburst finish, is framed by fluted edges that echo the architectural precision of Rolex’s design language, while Roman numerals and slender stick hands lend a timeless clarity to the face. Encased in yellow gold, its 31-millimeter diameter strikes a balance between presence and restraint, a hallmark of the Datejust’s legacy as a watch that transcends trends. The President bracelet, with its polished links and secure clasp, complements the case’s warmth, ensuring both comfort and a sense of quiet authority. At its heart lies the Caliber 2235, a self-winding movement certified as a chronometer for its accuracy and resilience. Its blue Parachrom balance spring and the inclusion of a date display through a cyclops lens exemplify Rolex’s commitment to technical excellence without sacrificing discretion. This watch is for the discerning individual who values heritage and craftsmanship, seeking a companion for moments that demand both precision and poise—whether in the boardroom, at a gala, or during the quiet hours of reflection. It is not merely an accessory, but a testament to the quiet confidence of those who wear it.

The 178278 family

178278-0121 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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