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Rolex - 278248-0015 Datejust 31 Yellow Gold / Domed / MOP / Oyster

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Rolex Rolex - 278248-0015 Datejust 31 Yellow Gold / Domed / MOP / Oyster
Rolex Rolex - 278248-0015 Datejust 31 Yellow Gold / Domed / MOP / Oyster
Rolex Rolex - 278248-0015 Datejust 31 Yellow Gold / Domed / MOP / Oyster

Case

MaterialYellow Gold
Diameter31 mm
CrystalSapphire
WR100 m

Dial

ColorWhite
FinishGloss
IndexesGem-Set Indexes Hands: Stick

Movement

Caliber2236
Typeautomatic
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About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31, in its 278248-0015 iteration, exemplifies the quiet authority of a timepiece that marries heritage with modern refinement. The yellow gold case, polished to a warm luster, encases a domed dial that elevates the Datejust’s classic silhouette into something more sculptural. At its heart lies a mother-of-pearl face, its iridescent sheen shifting subtly with the light, framed by gem-set indexes that catch and reflect illumination with understated elegance. The stick hands, paired with the dial’s white finish, create a balance of simplicity and sophistication, a hallmark of the Datejust collection since its introduction in 1945. This reference, while rooted in the model’s enduring legacy, introduces a contemporary proportion with its 31mm diameter—a size that respects tradition while accommodating modern sensibilities. The watch’s movement, the in-house automatic 2236, is a testament to Rolex’s engineering precision, offering a 55-hour power reserve and a certified chronometer rating. Encased in an Oyster construction with a sapphire crystal and water resistance to 100 meters, it embodies the brand’s commitment to durability without compromising aesthetics. The closed case back, though discreet, hints at the craftsmanship within—a silent acknowledgment of the meticulous finishing and assembly that define Rolex. This watch is for those who value discretion as much as distinction, a piece suited to the boardroom, the gala

The 278248 family

278248-0015 is one of 26 variants sharing the 278248 base reference — same watch underneath, different dial, bezel, or bracelet execution. Browse the others:

+ 17 more variants in this family.

Inside: Caliber 2236

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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.

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