Rolex Lady-Datejust 31 31 mm 278278RODP Yellow Gold Red Rolex Lady-Datejust 31 31 mm 278278RODP Yellow…

The Rolex Lady-Datejust has been the definitive expression of feminine luxury watchmaking since Rolex introduced the Datejust family in 1945, and the 31 mm case size occupies a sweet spot between the petite 28 mm and the bolder 36 mm, delivering a presence that reads elegant on virtually every wrist. The Lady-Datejust line has long been a canvas for Rolex's most adventurous dial artistry, and reference 278278RODP—finished entirely in 18k yellow gold—represents the pinnacle of that tradition.

The 31 mm case of the 278278RODP is crafted entirely in 18k yellow gold, a material Rolex produces in-house through its Rolex Foundry to exacting metallurgical standards. The case's proportions are classically Datejust: polished and brushed surfaces meeting at clean, balanced lugs that frame the signature Cyclops lens over the date window at three o'clock. At 31 mm the watch is genuinely versatile—substantial enough to read clearly on the wrist yet refined enough to slide beneath a dress cuff.

The dial is the defining feature of this reference. The red ombré diamond dial transitions through graduated shades of crimson, a technique that requires precise gem-setting and careful color matching across every individual stone. The result is a dial with extraordinary visual depth, one that shifts subtly under different lighting conditions and rewards close attention. Set against the warmth of 18k yellow gold, the red hues feel both bold and innately luxurious.

Encircling the dial is a yellow gold fluted bezel, one of the most recognizable design signatures in watchmaking history. Rolex's fluted bezel originated as a functional screwdown mechanism and evolved into a purely aesthetic hallmark of the Datejust identity. On the 278278RODP the bezel is struck in the same 18k yellow gold as the case, ensuring a seamless, monolithic appearance. Completing the all-gold statement is the President bracelet—a three-piece semi-circular link design introduced in 1956 and available exclusively on Rolex's top-tier yellow gold and platinum references—which adds weight, comfort, and a sense of occasion to every wearing.

Powering the watch is a Rolex automatic movement, built and certified in-house to meet the brand's Superlative Chronometer standard, which requires precision of −2/+2 seconds per day—a benchmark significantly tighter than the COSC chronometer certification. The movement delivers reliable everyday accuracy and self-winds through the motion of the wearer's wrist, making the 278278RODP as practical as it is spectacular. The watch also carries a water resistance rating of 100 meters (330 feet) courtesy of the Oyster case architecture.

Bizak & Co. specializes in sourcing exceptional pre-owned and unworn luxury timepieces, and the Lady-Datejust 31 in reference 278278RODP is among the most sought-after references we offer. Whether you are looking to buy online or prefer a personal consultation, our team is ready to provide full details, additional photographs, and transparent pricing. Bizak & Co. is not an authorized Rolex dealer; all Rolex trademarks remain the property of Rolex SA.