About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31, in its 278243-0016 iteration, stands as a masterclass in restrained elegance, blending the enduring allure of the Datejust collection with a distinctive interplay of materials and color. The 31mm case, crafted from a combination of stainless steel and yellow gold, offers a refined duality—sturdy yet sophisticated—while the domed sapphire crystal adds a subtle, modern curvature to the watch’s silhouette. At its heart lies a dial of deep, forest-green sunburst finish, a hue that evokes both natural richness and quiet distinction. The Roman numerals, paired with slender stick hands, echo the Datejust’s mid-20th-century design DNA, ensuring a timeless aesthetic that remains effortlessly contemporary. The Jubilee bracelet, with its signature five-link design, complements the case’s bi-metallic construction, creating a harmonious balance between tradition and innovation. Under the hood, the Caliber 2236 automatic movement delivers the precision and reliability for which Rolex is revered, its architecture a testament to the brand’s mastery of in-house engineering. The watch’s 100-meter water resistance and the use of a closed case back underscore its practicality without compromising its role as a statement piece. The Datejust collection, first introduced in 1945, has long symbolized the intersection of accessibility and luxury within the Rolex universe, and this reference embodies that ethos with quiet confidence. This timepiece is suited for the discerning individual who values subtlety over ostentation, seeking a companion for both formal engagements and the quiet moments of everyday life. It speaks to those who recognize that true luxury lies not in excess, but in the perfection of detail.

White · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278243-0001 · 31 mm

White · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278243-0002 · 31 mm

Silver · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278243-0003 · 31 mm

Silver · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278243-0004 · 31 mm

Champagne · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278243-0013 · 31 mm

Champagne · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278243-0014 · 31 mm

Green · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278243-0015 · 31 mm

Grey · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278243-0017 · 31 mm

+ 15 more variants in this family.

This self-winding mechanical movement with date display is entirely manufactured by Rolex and inaugurates a new generation of movements. Its design and quality manufacture ensure peerless precision and reliability. Like all Rolex Perpetual movements, the 2236 is a certified Swiss chronometer, a designation reserved for high-precision watches that have successfully passed the Swiss Official Chronometer Testing Institute (COSC) tests. It was first introduced in 2014. It the first movement to be fitted with the Syloxi (silicon) hairspring.

906 other watches in the library run the Rolex 2236.

Rolex - 278245-0018 Datejust 31 Rose Gold / Domed / White - Roman / President

Ref. 278245-0018 · 31 mm

Rolex - 278245-0019 Datejust 31 Rose Gold / Domed / Butterfly / Oyster

Ref. 278245-0019 · 31 mm

Rolex - 278245-0024 Datejust 31 Rose Gold / Domed / Chocolate - Roman / President

Ref. 278245-0024 · 31 mm

Rolex - 278245-0029 Datejust 31 Rose Gold / Domed / Rose - Diamond / Oyster

Ref. 278245-0029 · 31 mm