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Rolex - 178288-0077 Datejust 31 Yellow Gold Diamond / Oyster / Champagne Roman

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Rolex Rolex - 178288-0077 Datejust 31 Yellow Gold Diamond / Oyster / Champagne Roman
Rolex Rolex - 178288-0077 Datejust 31 Yellow Gold Diamond / Oyster / Champagne Roman
Rolex Rolex - 178288-0077 Datejust 31 Yellow Gold Diamond / Oyster / Champagne Roman

Case

MaterialYellow Gold
Diameter31 mm
CrystalSapphire
WR100 m

Dial

ColorChampagne
IndexesRoman Numerals Hands: Stick

Movement

Caliber2235
Typeautomatic
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About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31, in its Yellow Gold Diamond iteration, embodies the quiet authority of a timepiece that has defined elegance since its debut in 1945. This particular reference, distinguished by its gem-set bezel and champagne dial, marries the brand’s enduring commitment to precision with a refined aesthetic that transcends trends. The case, crafted from 18ct yellow gold, is both a nod to tradition and a testament to Rolex’s mastery of metallurgy, while the diamond-set bezel adds a discreet yet unmistakable touch of opulence. The champagne dial, with its warm hue and Roman numeral indexes, evokes the understated sophistication of mid-20th-century horology, balanced by the sharpness of stick hands that ensure legibility without sacrificing grace. At its core, the watch houses the Caliber 2235, an automatic movement celebrated for its reliability and the inclusion of a Parachrom balance spring, which enhances resistance to shocks and magnetic fields. The Oyster case, sealed with a screw-down crown and secured by a waterproof screw-down back, underscores Rolex’s pioneering role in waterproof watchmaking. This is a timepiece that speaks to those who value heritage as much as innovation, offering a quiet confidence that is worn rather than advertised. It is the kind of watch that finds its place at the wrist of a collector who appreciates the subtlety of fine craftsmanship, or as a companion to moments that demand both presence and restraint—whether in the boardroom, at a gala, or as a treasured heirloom.

The 178288 family

178288-0077 is one of 38 variants sharing the 178288 base reference — same watch underneath, different dial, bezel, or bracelet execution. Browse the others:

+ 29 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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