About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31, in its 278273-0032 iteration, marries the brand’s enduring commitment to craftsmanship with a refined interplay of materials and color. The dial’s deep green hue—a tone evoking both natural vitality and timeless sophistication—sits in striking contrast to the polished yellow gold and stainless steel case, its fluted bezel a nod to the Datejust collection’s 1945 debut as the first waterproof chronometer-equipped wristwatch. The absence of indexes allows the stick hands and the subtle floral motif at 12 o’clock to command attention, while the Jubilee bracelet’s gentle curvature ensures a balance between elegance and wearability. This particular reference, with its 31mm diameter, exemplifies Rolex’s mastery of proportion, offering a scaled-down yet fully realized expression of the Datejust’s legacy as a symbol of enduring class. At its heart lies the Caliber 2236, a self-winding movement with a 70-hour power reserve, its precision and reliability underscored by the brand’s in-house chronometer certification. The sapphire crystal, paired with a closed case back, protects the mechanics while emphasizing the watch’s robust construction—capable of withstanding 100 meters of water without compromising its aesthetic integrity. The combination of yellow gold and stainless steel, a hallmark of Rolex’s dual-material approach, reflects both technical ingenuity and a visual harmony that transcends fleeting trends. This watch is for those who seek distinction without ostentation, a piece suited to moments that demand both presence and restraint. Whether worn to a formal gathering or as a quiet companion through daily life, it speaks to a sensibility that values heritage, precision, and the quiet confidence of a timepiece that needs no introduction.

White · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278273-0001 · 31 mm

White · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278273-0002 · 31 mm

Silver · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278273-0003 · 31 mm

Silver · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278273-0004 · 31 mm

Champagne · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278273-0013 · 31 mm

Champagne · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278273-0014 · 31 mm

Green · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278273-0015 · 31 mm

Green · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278273-0016 · 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