Rolex Day-Date 40 228236 Platinum – Pave Diamond Dial – Fluted Bezel
Overview
The Rolex Day-Date 40 Ref. 228236 exemplifies the pinnacle of Rolex’s artistry in gem-setting and precious-metal craftsmanship. Rendered entirely in 950 platinum, this magnificent timepiece features a pavé diamond dial set with hundreds of brilliant-cut stones, framed by Rolex’s signature fluted bezel. As part of the elite Day-Date line, it represents prestige, innovation, and absolute refinement.
Design & Materials
- Case: 40 mm Oyster case in 950 platinum; polished finish; screw-down Twinlock crown ensuring hermetic sealing; sapphire crystal with Cyclops lens.
- Bezel: Exclusive fluted bezel in platinum, a hallmark reserved for the brand’s most precious models.
- Dial: Exquisite pavé diamond dial with meticulously set brilliant-cut diamonds; day aperture at 12 o’clock and date window at 3 o’clock beneath the Cyclops lens.
- Bracelet: President bracelet in platinum with semi-circular three-piece links and a concealed Crownclasp for seamless closure.
- Crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphire with anti-reflective Cyclops lens over the date.
- Water Resistance: 100 meters / 330 feet.
Movement
- Caliber: Rolex manufacture 3255, self-winding mechanical movement with date and day functions.
- Functions: Centre hour, minute, and seconds hands; instantaneous day and date display with rapid setting; stop-seconds for precise time adjustment.
- Oscillator: Patented Chronergy escapement combining high energy efficiency with reliability; Parachrom blue hairspring offering resistance to shocks and magnetic fields.
- Winding: Bidirectional self-winding via Perpetual rotor.
- Power Reserve: Approximately 70 hours.
- Certification: Superlative Chronometer (−2/+2 seconds per day after casing).
Technical Specifications
- Reference: 228236
- Collection: Day-Date 40
- Case: 950 platinum, 40 mm; screw-down crown and caseback
- Bezel: Fluted bezel in platinum
- Dial: Pavé diamond dial
- Bracelet: President bracelet in platinum; concealed Crownclasp
- Crystal: Sapphire with Cyclops lens
- Water Resistance: 100 m / 330 ft
- Movement: Calibre 3255; automatic; ~70-hour power reserve
- Condition: New / Unworn (2023 production)
- Box & Papers: Rolex presentation box and international warranty
Prestige & Value
The Day-Date 40 Ref. 228236 in platinum with a pavé diamond dial captures the essence of Rolex’s finest craftsmanship. From its intricate gem-setting to the technical mastery of Calibre 3255, this timepiece stands as a symbol of ultimate prestige, rarity, and timeless excellence.
