About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31, in its 278288RBR-0030 iteration, marries the brand’s enduring commitment to refinement with a contemporary interpretation of its classic silhouette. The yellow gold case, polished to a warm luster, frames a grey sunburst dial that exudes quiet sophistication, its texture catching light in subtle, shifting patterns. Gem-set indexes and a diamond-studded bezel add a touch of understated opulence, while the stick hands trace the dial with precision, ensuring legibility without intruding on the watch’s elegance. As a member of the Datejust collection—a lineage established in 1945 and synonymous with timeless design—the piece carries the weight of heritage, its proportions and detailing honed over decades to balance tradition with modern wearability. At its core lies the Caliber 2236, a self-winding mechanical movement that underscores Rolex’s mastery of horology. With a power reserve of approximately 50 hours and a date function that aligns seamlessly with the dial’s aesthetic restraint, the movement operates with the quiet reliability that defines the brand. The President bracelet, crafted from yellow gold and fitted with a hidden clasp, ensures a secure yet comfortable fit, reinforcing the Datejust’s role as a versatile companion for both formal occasions and everyday wear. This watch is for those who value subtlety in luxury, whose appreciation for craftsmanship is matched by a desire for enduring style. It suits the discerning collector seeking a piece that bridges legacy and modernity, or the connoisseur who wears their heritage with quiet confidence.

Champagne · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278288RBR-0005 · 31 mm

White · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278288RBR-0006 · 31 mm

Green · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278288RBR-0007 · 31 mm

White · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278288RBR-0009 · 31 mm

Silver · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278288RBR-0020 · 31 mm

Champagne · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278288RBR-0022 · 31 mm

Green · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278288RBR-0024 · 31 mm

Grey · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278288RBR-0026 · 31 mm

+ 4 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