About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31, in its 278278-0022 iteration, embodies the enduring elegance of a collection that has defined modern horology since its debut in 1945. This particular reference distinguishes itself through its refined interplay of materials and proportions, with a 31-millimeter yellow gold case that exudes understated opulence. The fluted bezel, a hallmark of Rolex’s design language, frames a dial of pristine white mother-of-pearl, its iridescent sheen catching light with subtle, shifting hues. The absence of indexes and the use of stick hands lend the dial a minimalist sophistication, allowing the craftsmanship of the case and bracelet to take center stage. The President bracelet, with its signature butterfly clasp, ensures a secure yet comfortable fit, a testament to Rolex’s commitment to both aesthetics and wearability. At the heart of the watch lies the Caliber 2236, an in-house automatic movement that combines precision engineering with a 48-hour power reserve. Its 288 components operate with the quiet efficiency characteristic of Rolex’s mechanical expertise, while the date function—positioned at the traditional 3 o’clock position—remains a subtle yet enduring detail of the Datejust lineage. The sapphire crystal, paired with a closed case back, protects the movement while emphasizing the watch’s robust construction, rated to 100 meters. This timepiece is for the discerning individual who values heritage without sacrificing modernity, a collector who appreciates the quiet confidence of a watch that transcends trends. It is equally at home in a boardroom or on a wrist that has weathered the passage of time, a companion to moments that demand both presence and restraint.

Green · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278278-0003 · 31 mm

Green · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278278-0004 · 31 mm

Champagne · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278278-0009 · 31 mm

White · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278278-0010 · 31 mm

Green · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278278-0011 · 31 mm

Champagne · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278278-0016 · 31 mm

White · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278278-0017 · 31 mm

Green · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278278-0018 · 31 mm

+ 19 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