Rolex 279174 Lady-Datejust SS Gray Dial

Reference 279174 is a modern Lady-Datejust in one of Rolex's most familiar configurations: a 28 mm Oyster case, fluted white gold bezel, and Jubilee bracelet. On this example, the dark gray stick dial gives the watch a more understated, contemporary look than the lighter dial options, without losing the character that defines the model. The reference sits within the Lady-Datejust line, the smaller-format branch of Rolex's Datejust family introduced in 1945. Its case is made in White Rolesor, Rolex's combination of Oystersteel and white gold, a pairing that brings together everyday durability and a more formal finish. Inside is Rolex caliber 2236, a self-winding manufacture movement with a silicon Syloxi hairspring, certified to the brand's Superlative Chronometer standard after casing. This generation is especially appealing for its updated movement architecture, including stronger resistance to shocks, improved precision, and a 55-hour power reserve. The dark gray sunray dial is one of the watch's strongest details. It catches light well, shifting in tone through the day, and gives the piece a slightly sharper, more modern edge than more traditional silver or champagne dials. The Jubilee bracelet also matters here. It was developed for the original Datejust and remains the bracelet most closely tied to the line, both visually and historically. Taken together, reference 279174 offers a classic Lady-Datejust layout with a darker, more current dial and a proven modern Rolex caliber. Like New with Rolex box and papers dated 2020.