Rolex Datejust 28 Yellow Rolesor — Fluted Bezel White Mother-Of-Pearl Diamond | Ref. 279173

Reference 279173 presents the Lady-Datejust 28 in Yellow Rolesor — the combination of stainless steel and 18 ct yellow gold — with a fluted bezel and a white mother-of-pearl dial set with diamond hour markers. The fluted bezel, one of Rolex's most iconic design signatures since its introduction in the 1950s, is rendered here in yellow gold, creating a warm chromatic dialogue with the luminescent surface of the mother-of-pearl dial. Within the current 279 generation introduced in 2017, this variant balances gem content through the diamond indices rather than a stone-set bezel, giving the piece a subtler but still genuinely precious character.

Calibre 2236 is the driving mechanism — Rolex's dedicated automatic movement for the 28 mm ladies' case, featuring a Syloxi silicon hairspring for enhanced resistance to magnetism and temperature variation. The movement winds bidirectionally via the Perpetual rotor and provides around 55 hours of power reserve. Yellow Rolesor means the bezel, crown, and dial embellishments are in yellow gold while the case body is steel, reducing weight while maintaining visual warmth. The Jubilee bracelet, scaled to the 28 mm case, completes the assembly with its characteristic fine-link construction.

Mother-of-pearl dials occupy a consistent position in the ladies' watch market: they introduce an element of natural variation — no two dials are identical — that collectors often prize alongside the diamond indices. The 279173 in Yellow Rolesor is a well-rounded specification for buyers wanting warmth and luminosity without the price point of an all-gold model. Original condition dials free from edge chips or discolouration are important to verify prior to purchase, as mother-of-pearl is more susceptible to handling damage than lacquered alternatives.