About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31, in its 178288-0086 iteration, embodies the quiet authority of a timepiece that has defined elegance for generations. This particular reference distinguishes itself through its harmonious interplay of materials: a yellow gold case, polished to a warm luster, frames a bezel adorned with meticulously set gemstones that catch light with subtle brilliance. The dial, a soft champagne hue, is uncluttered by indexes, allowing the delicate floral motif—etched with precision—to emerge as the focal point. Stick hands, slender and poised, trace the hours with a restraint that underscores the watch’s timeless character. The Datejust collection, introduced in 1945, has long been a symbol of understated sophistication, and this 31mm variant honors that legacy with a refined, wearable scale. At its core, the watch houses the Caliber 2235, a self-winding movement celebrated for its accuracy and reliability, featuring a Parachrom balance spring and a Cerachrom bezel insert. The sapphire crystal, paired with a closed case back, reinforces the Oyster case’s reputation for durability and impermeability, ensuring the watch thrives in both formal settings and the rigors of daily life. The absence of overt embellishment speaks to a philosophy where craftsmanship and restraint coexist. This watch is for the discerning individual who values heritage without ostentation, a piece suited to moments that demand both presence and discretion—whether in the boardroom, at a gala, or during the quiet hours of personal reflection. It is not merely a timepiece, but a quiet assertion of legacy.

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