About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31 reference 278243-0020 stands apart for its refined interplay of materials and its faithful homage to the collection’s enduring legacy. The case, a harmonious fusion of stainless steel and yellow gold, is shaped with a subtle domed profile that enhances both its presence and wearability. At 31mm in diameter, it strikes a balanced proportion, ideal for those who seek a watch that is neither too imposing nor too restrained. The dial, a luminous silver sunburst finish, is elevated by gem-set indexes that catch light with quiet sophistication, while the stick hands provide a crisp, legible contrast. This configuration nods to the Datejust’s original 1945 design, when it first introduced the date complication in a round case—a innovation that redefined the category of dress watches. Beneath the sapphire crystal, the Caliber 2236 automatic movement operates with the precision and reliability for which Rolex is renowned, featuring a date display and a 70-hour power reserve. The closed caseback ensures a seamless aesthetic, while the Jubilee bracelet, with its five-link design, offers both comfort and a signature elegance that has defined the collection for decades. This watch is for the discerning individual who values understated luxury and the quiet confidence of a timepiece that transcends trends. It suits formal occasions with its polished restraint, yet its versatility makes it equally at home in the modern, well-dressed life.

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

Green · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278243-0016 · 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