Rolex Day-date 40 M228235 "Hematite Dial" Watch

The Rolex Day-Date 40 M228235 with Hematite dial is a masterclass in tonal sophistication — a reference that pairs one of Rolex's most dramatic stone dials with the warm, burnished elegance of Everose gold. Dark, lustrous, and deeply individual, this is a Day-Date for the discerning collector who favours substance over spectacle.

Dial

The hematite dial is cut from natural iron oxide stone, prized for its deep charcoal-black surface with an almost metallic, mirror-like sheen. Like all Rolex stone dials, no two are identical — the natural variation in the mineral ensures each watch carries a genuinely unique face. Set against this dark canvas, diamond hour markers provide precise, brilliant contrast, while the signature day display at 12 o'clock and date aperture at 3 o'clock complete the Day-Date's iconic layout. The result is a dial of extraordinary depth and quiet drama.

Case & Bracelet

The 40mm Oyster case is crafted in 18ct Everose gold — Rolex's proprietary rose gold alloy, formulated to resist fading and maintain its warm, rosy hue over time. The fluted bezel in Everose gold frames the dark dial with architectural precision, creating a striking warm-on-dark contrast. The watch is presented on the iconic President bracelet in 18ct Everose gold, secured by the concealed Crownclasp for a seamless, refined finish.

Movement

At the heart of the M228235 beats the Rolex Calibre 3255 — a self-winding mechanical movement developed and manufactured entirely in-house at Rolex. It delivers a 70-hour power reserve, precision of ±2 seconds per day, and incorporates the patented Chronergy escapement for superior energy efficiency and long-term reliability. Certified as a Superlative Chronometer to Rolex's own exacting standards — well beyond COSC requirements.

Water Resistance

The Oyster case provides 100 metres (330 feet) of water resistance, protected by the Twinlock double waterproofness system on the screw-down winding crown.

Key Specifications

• Reference: M228235
• Case Size: 40mm
• Case Material: 18ct Everose Gold
• Bezel: Fluted, 18ct Everose gold
• Dial: Hematite (natural stone) with diamond hour markers
• Bracelet: President, 18ct Everose gold with Crownclasp
• Movement: Rolex Calibre 3255, self-winding
• Power Reserve: Approx. 70 hours
• Water Resistance: 100m / 330ft
• Certification: Superlative Chronometer

Condition & Provenance

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