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Rolex - 278289RBR-0017 Datejust 31 White Gold Diamond / Grey - Roman

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Rolex Rolex - 278289RBR-0017 Datejust 31 White Gold Diamond / Grey - Roman
Rolex Rolex - 278289RBR-0017 Datejust 31 White Gold Diamond / Grey - Roman
Rolex Rolex - 278289RBR-0017 Datejust 31 White Gold Diamond / Grey - Roman

Case

MaterialWhite Gold
Diameter31 mm
CrystalSapphire
WR100 m

Dial

ColorGrey
FinishSunburst
IndexesRoman Numerals Hands: Stick

Movement

Caliber2236
Typeautomatic
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About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31 in white gold, with its gem-set bezel and grey sunburst dial, represents a masterful convergence of tradition and refinement. Introduced in 2020 as a limited configuration within the Datejust collection, this model distinguishes itself through its understated opulence: the bezel, adorned with meticulously placed diamonds, complements the dial’s subtle grey tone, while Roman numeral indexes and stick hands evoke the timeless elegance of mid-20th-century horology. The case, crafted from 18ct white gold, exudes a quiet sophistication, its polished finish reflecting the brand’s enduring commitment to quality. The dial’s sunburst effect, achieved through meticulous craftsmanship, adds depth and dimension, ensuring the watch remains both legible and aesthetically compelling in any light. As the flagship model of the Datejust collection—a line first introduced in 1945 to commemorate the invention of the self-winding perpetual movement—this reference honors Rolex’s legacy of innovation and precision. At its heart lies the Caliber 2236, an automatic movement with a 72-hour power reserve, featuring a Parachrom balance spring for exceptional resistance to shocks and magnetic fields. The closed case back, paired with a sapphire crystal, underscores the watch’s durability and the brand’s rigorous standards. This timepiece is for those who value discretion as much as craftsmanship, seeking a watch that commands respect without demanding attention. It is suited to moments of quiet distinction: a boardroom meeting, a gala, or simply a reminder of the quiet confidence that comes with possessing a piece of horological history.

The 278289RBR family

278289RBR-0017 is one of 16 variants sharing the 278289RBR base reference — same watch underneath, different dial, bezel, or bracelet execution. Browse the others:

+ 7 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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