Rolex Lady-Datejust 31 31 mm 278271SRDVIJ Steel/Rose Gold Slate

The Rolex Lady-Datejust 31 is one of the most enduring icons in fine watchmaking, and reference 278271SRDVIJ exemplifies exactly why. Introduced as the smaller counterpart to the full-size Datejust, the Lady-Datejust line has graced the wrists of discerning women since Rolex pioneered the self-winding wristwatch with a date display. The 31mm case size occupies a sweet spot in Rolex's sizing hierarchy—substantial enough to read with authority on the wrist yet refined enough to pair with formal attire or everyday dress.

The case of the 278271SRDVIJ is constructed in Rolex's proprietary Oystersteel—a 904L stainless steel alloy renowned for its exceptional corrosion resistance and mirror-bright polish—complemented by 18k Everose Gold, Rolex's exclusive rose gold alloy formulated to resist fading over time. The interplay between the two metals gives this reference its distinctive two-tone character: cool steel on the lugs and case flanks, warm gold on the crown-guards, bezel, and bracelet center links.

The slate dial is one of the most compelling choices in the Lady-Datejust 31 palette. Its dark, slightly metallic tone shifts subtly under different lighting conditions, offering depth and complexity that lighter dials cannot match. Roman numeral hour markers rendered in 18k Everose Gold sit against that moody background with quiet authority, lending the dial a classically elegant legibility that has defined the Datejust family for decades. The date window at 3 o'clock—magnified by Rolex's patented Cyclops lens—completes the functional dial layout.

Powering the 278271SRDVIJ is an automatic movement, the hallmark of Rolex's Datejust line since the reference's earliest iterations. Rolex automatic movements are celebrated across the industry for their precision, reliability, and in-house manufacture—qualities that make every Lady-Datejust a watch built to be worn and trusted daily. The watch carries a water resistance of 100 meters (330 feet) courtesy of the screw-down Oyster crown, making it far more capable than its elegant appearance might suggest.

The five-piece-link Jubilee bracelet, originally introduced by Rolex alongside the first Datejust in 1945, remains one of the most comfortable and visually sophisticated bracelets in watchmaking. On the 278271SRDVIJ, alternating polished and satin-finished links in Oystersteel and 18k Everose Gold echo the two-tone case, creating a seamless, jewellery-like flow from case to clasp. At Bizak & Co., we believe this reference represents an outstanding opportunity to own a genuine Rolex with timeless design credentials. Contact our team at bizakandco.com to inquire, ask questions, or purchase this Lady-Datejust 31 online with confidence.