
Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust 31 Watch - Fluted Bezel - Paved Mother-of-Pearl Butterfly Dial - Oyster Bracelet - 278278 pmopbo
Within the modern Datejust lineage, reference 278278 represents Rolex's mastery of precious metal miniaturization, delivering the collection's signature proportions in a refined 31mm yellow gold case. The paved mother-of-pearl butterfly dial transforms this Rolex Datejust 278278 into a sculptural study of light refraction, where each diamond-set hour marker catches ambient illumination against the organic iridescence of natural nacre. Rolex's signature fluted bezel, rendered in 18-karat yellow gold, creates the precise light-catching ridges that have defined the Datejust aesthetic since 1945, while the integrated Oyster bracelet maintains the sporty DNA that distinguishes this reference from its Jubilee-equipped siblings.
Key Features & Specifications
- 31mm Yellow Gold Case — Crafted from solid 18-karat yellow gold with Rolex's proprietary Oystersteel construction principles, offering substantial presence while maintaining elegant proportions for smaller wrists
- Paved Mother-of-Pearl Butterfly Dial — Natural nacre surface features diamond-set hour indices arranged in butterfly wing patterns, creating dynamic light play that shifts with viewing angle and ambient conditions
- Fluted Bezel in Yellow Gold — Hand-finished ridged bezel with 36 precisely cut facets that amplify light reflection, manufactured using the same techniques developed for Rolex's original 1945 Datejust models
- Oyster Bracelet Construction — Three-link yellow gold bracelet with Rolex's patented Oysterclasp and Easylink comfort extension system, providing 5mm of micro-adjustment capability
- Caliber 2236 Movement — Self-winding mechanical movement with Rolex's proprietary Syloxi hairspring and Chronergy escapement, delivering 55-hour power reserve and -2/+2 seconds per day accuracy
- Sapphire Crystal with Anti-Reflective Coating — Scratch-resistant synthetic sapphire crystal features Rolex's proprietary anti-reflective treatment for optimal dial legibility under varying light conditions
About This Timepiece
- Bracelet Sizing — Complimentary bracelet sizing included with every purchase. Contact us with your wrist measurement and we'll have it ready before shipping.
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- Warranty — New model watches include a 1-year mechanical warranty covering manufacturing defects. All watches include our confidence guarantee.
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