About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31, in its 178288-0016 iteration, marries the enduring elegance of the Datejust collection with a refined interplay of materials and craftsmanship. The yellow gold case, polished to a lustrous sheen, frames a dial that juxtaposes the deep, velvety black of mother-of-pearl with the subtle sparkle of gem-set indexes and a bezel. This balance of opulence and restraint is a hallmark of the Datejust line, first introduced in 1945 as a timepiece designed to harmonize with the sartorial sophistication of its era. The President bracelet, with its signature five-link design, adds a layer of understated grandeur, ensuring the watch sits comfortably on the wrist while maintaining a sense of distinction. At its core, the watch houses the Caliber 2235, a self-winding movement celebrated for its precision and reliability. This mechanical heart, certified as a chronometer, ensures the Datejust 31 not only meets but exceeds the standards of accuracy expected from a luxury watch. The sapphire crystal, paired with a water resistance of 100 meters, underscores the blend of practicality and artistry that defines Rolex’s approach to horology. This timepiece is for the discerning individual who values heritage, craftsmanship, and subtlety. It suits occasions where presence matters—whether at a formal dinner, a private collection, or as a quiet testament to the passage of time. Its design speaks to those who prefer their luxury to be enduring, not ostentatious, and who recognize in the Datejust 31 a legacy as much as a watch.

White · Yellow Gold

Ref. 178288-0001 · 31 mm

Champagne · Yellow Gold

Ref. 178288-0007 · 31 mm

White · Yellow Gold

Ref. 178288-0010 · 31 mm

Black · Yellow Gold

Ref. 178288-0011 · 31 mm

Silver · Yellow Gold

Ref. 178288-0012 · 31 mm

Champagne · Yellow Gold

Ref. 178288-0021 · 31 mm

White · Yellow Gold

Ref. 178288-0025 · 31 mm

Silver · Yellow Gold

Ref. 178288-0028 · 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