Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel and Rose Gold 126231G SILVER FLUTED DIAMOND JUBILEE

The Rolex Datejust 36mm, reference 126231G, represents a direct evolution of the model first introduced in 1945, establishing the archetype of the modern automatic date-display watch. This particular configuration combines 904L stainless steel with 18ct Everose gold, a proprietary alloy developed by Rolex for its stable color and resistance to tarnishing. The case features a fluted bezel, a signature element that is machined from a solid block of Everose gold. The silver dial is set with diamond hour markers, each precisely set into the fluted motif, and is protected by a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with a Cyclops lens over the date. It is presented on a five-piece link Jubilee bracelet, also executed in the two-tone Oystersteel and Everose gold, known for its comfort and distinctive appearance that has been associated with the Datejust line for decades.

At the core of this watch is the Calibre 3235, a self-winding mechanical movement entirely manufactured by Rolex. This movement incorporates the proprietary Chronergy escapement for improved efficiency and is paramagnetic due to its nickel-phosphorus components. It offers a power reserve of approximately 70 hours and is a Superlative Chronometer, certified to maintain an accuracy of -2/+2 seconds per day after casing. The single complication is the instantaneous date change at midnight, with the date display magnified by the Cyclops lens on the crystal for legibility. The movement’s performance and reliability are the result of Rolex’s extensive in-house research and development, making it one of the most technically advanced movements in its category.

This specific example is in mint condition, showing no visible signs of wear on the case, bracelet, or clasp, consistent with a watch that has been very carefully worn. It is accompanied by its official Rolex warranty card, confirming its authenticity and providing a record of its initial sale. The combination of the sought-after 36mm case size, the two-tone steel and rose gold construction, and the desirable silver fluted diamond dial makes this a particularly collectible variant. The Datejust remains one of the most recognized and consistently in-demand models from Rolex, and this reference, with its specific materials and pristine, documented state, holds a strong position in the current market for a modern, yet classic, luxury timepiece.