About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31, in its 178288-0048 iteration, embodies the quiet authority of a timepiece that has defined luxury watchmaking for generations. With a 31-millimeter yellow gold case, its presence is both intimate and commanding, framed by a bezel adorned with meticulously set diamonds that catch light without drawing undue attention. The white dial, paired with sleek stick hands and bold Roman numeral indexes, evokes the timeless elegance of the Datejust collection, which debuted in 1945 as a symbol of refinement and precision. The President bracelet, a hallmark of Rolex’s commitment to comfort and sophistication, wraps the wrist with a seamless blend of strength and subtlety, its polished links echoing the case’s luster. At its core, the watch houses the Caliber 2235, an automatic movement certified as a chronometer by the COSC, ensuring unwavering accuracy and reliability. Its Parachrom balance spring and Paramagnetic blue-steel hands underscore Rolex’s mastery of horological engineering, while the sapphire crystal and 100-meter water resistance reinforce its resilience without compromising its aesthetic purity. This is a watch that exists in the space between tradition and innovation, where every detail is a testament to the brand’s legacy. For those who value understated sophistication, the Datejust 31 is a companion for moments that demand both presence and restraint—whether at a black-tie gala, a private dinner, or simply as a quiet assertion of taste. It is not merely an object, but a legacy in the making.

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

Black · Yellow Gold

Ref. 178288-0016 · 31 mm

Champagne · Yellow Gold

Ref. 178288-0021 · 31 mm

White · Yellow Gold

Ref. 178288-0025 · 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