About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31, in its 278243-0023 iteration, marries the enduring elegance of the Datejust collection with a refined interplay of materials and craftsmanship. The 31mm case, a harmonious blend of stainless steel and yellow gold, is shaped with a subtle domed profile that enhances both wearability and visual depth. At its heart lies a black mother-of-pearl dial, its gloss finish reflecting a quiet luminescence that shifts with the light. Gem-set indexes add a touch of discreet opulence, while the stick hands—slender and precise—emphasize the watch’s timeless, understated sophistication. The Datejust, introduced in 1945, has long symbolized the intersection of precision and prestige, and this reference reaffirms its legacy through meticulous attention to detail, from the sapphire crystal’s clarity to the closed case back that conceals the movement’s engineering. The Caliber 2236, a self-winding mechanical movement, underscores the Datejust 31’s technical pedigree. Certified as a chronometer, it features a Parachrom balance spring, ensuring resilience against magnetic interference and shock. The 100-meter water resistance, while not a feature of the original Datejust, reflects modern enhancements that do not compromise the watch’s classic silhouette. This timepiece is designed for those who value discretion as much as distinction—individuals who seek a companion for both formal occasions and moments of quiet significance. It is a watch that speaks without excess, its presence a testament to heritage, craftsmanship, and the quiet confidence of its wearer.

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