About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31 Reference 178344-0016 distinguishes itself through a rare interplay of materials and a dial color that defies convention. The case, a harmonious fusion of white gold and stainless steel, is framed by a bezel that incorporates a subtle yet striking domed diamond motif, adding a touch of refinement without overt ostentation. At its heart lies a dial of deep, rich purple—a hue seldom seen in Rolex’s oeuvre—anchored by Roman numerals and paired with sleek, minimalist stick hands that emphasize legibility and timeless elegance. The sapphire crystal, paired with a closed case back, ensures durability while preserving the watch’s enigmatic allure. As the flagship of Rolex’s most enduring collections, the Datejust has long embodied the brand’s commitment to understated sophistication, a legacy carried forward in this iteration. The 2

Brown · White Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178344-0001 · 31 mm

Purple · White Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178344-0002 · 31 mm

Grey · White Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178344-0003 · 31 mm

White · Mother of Pearl

Ref. 178344-0004 · 31 mm

White · White Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178344-0005 · 31 mm

White · Mother of Pearl

Ref. 178344-0006 · 31 mm

White · Mother of Pearl

Ref. 178344-0007 · 31 mm

Black · Mother of Pearl

Ref. 178344-0008 · 31 mm

+ 42 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