Rolex Lady-Datejust 28 mm 279178 Yellow Gold Silver Rolex Lady-Datejust 28 mm 279178 Yellow…

The Rolex Lady-Datejust 28 is one of the most enduring icons in fine watchmaking — a timepiece that has graced the wrists of accomplished women since the Datejust family's introduction in the mid-twentieth century. The Lady-Datejust in its current 28mm expression represents Rolex's commitment to providing a proportionally refined case size that wears with elegance on a wide range of wrist profiles. Reference 279178 is the all-yellow-gold iteration, presenting the watch in its most classically opulent form.

The 28mm case of the 279178 is crafted entirely in 18k yellow gold, a material Rolex refers to as Rolesor Yellow when combined with steel, but here deployed in its pure precious-metal form throughout the case, bezel, and bracelet. The yellow gold fluted bezel is one of the most recognizable design signatures in the Rolex catalogue — its precisely machined grooves catch the light from every angle and serve as a symbol of the brand's storied tradition of technical refinement in finishing.

At the heart of this reference is the silver dial, which provides a clean, luminous backdrop for the diamond-set IX hour marker — a detail that adds a whisper of diamonds without overwhelming the dial's elegant restraint. The remaining hour indices maintain the dial's sense of order and legibility, which has always been a Rolex design priority. Together, the silver dial and single diamond marker create a watch that is sophisticated without being ostentatious.

The five-link Jubilee bracelet, developed by Rolex and first introduced alongside the original Datejust, is widely regarded as one of the most comfortable and beautifully engineered bracelets in horology. On the Lady-Datejust 28, the Jubilee bracelet is rendered in matching 18k yellow gold, creating a unified, fluid aesthetic from case to wrist. The bracelet's fine central links flow seamlessly into the case lugs, contributing to the watch's characteristic sense of harmony.

The automatic movement within the 279178 delivers the reliable, self-winding performance that Rolex owners have come to expect, and the case maintains water resistance to 100 meters (330 feet), meaning this watch is as practical as it is beautiful. Whether worn as a daily companion or reserved for special occasions, the Lady-Datejust 28 in yellow gold is a timepiece designed for a lifetime of ownership. Bizak & Co. is proud to offer this reference to discerning collectors — contact us today to learn more or to purchase the Rolex Lady-Datejust 28 ref. 279178 online.