Rolex Day-Date 40 Day-Date 40 Yellow Gold / White - Roman

Reference 228238-0042

About this watch

The Rolex Day-Date 40 Yellow Gold / White - Roman (model number 228238-0042) is a masterpiece of craftsmanship and prestige. This iconic timepiece combines elegance with utility, making it a favorite among watch enthusiasts and collectors alike. The stunning yellow gold case paired with a white dial is visually striking and timeless, ensuring that it will remain in style for generations. The automatic movement, Rolex caliber 3255, boasts twice the precision of standard chronometers, thanks to its innovative Chronergy escapement. With a remarkable power reserve of up to three days, this watch keeps ticking even when not worn. The sapphire crystal ensures durability and scratch resistance, while the Roman numerals on the white dial add a classic touch to the overall aesthetic. This is more than just a luxury watch; it's a symbol of success, precision, and timeless elegance.

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Key Features

40mm yellow gold case
White dial with Roman numerals
Automatic Rolex caliber 3255 movement
Chronergy escapement for increased precision
Power reserve up to 3 days
Sapphire crystal for durability and scratch resistance
100m water resistance

Specifications

Brand

Rolex

Family

Day-Date 40

Model

Day-Date 40 Yellow Gold / White - Roman

Reference

228238-0042

Movement

3255

Movement Features

Hours, Minutes, Seconds
Date, Day
Chronometer

Case

Yellow Gold 40mm

Dial Color

White

Crystal

Sapphire

Water Resistance

100

Current Listings

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The Rolex Day-Date 40 in platinum with an ice-blue dial is a cool, clean watch that presents itself without drawing attention. It's heavy on the wrist and comes with its outer box, inner box, booklets, white tag, and warranty card.

Condition: Excellent
Case size: 40mm diameter
Movement caliber: Rolex Caliber 3255
Jewels: 31

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Sep 10, 2025, 11:20 AM

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2024 Rolex Day-Date 40 Chocolate Baguette 228235 — Like New Condition, Box & Papers

Rolex - 228235 · $52,500

The Rolex Day-Date 40 228235 features a rich chocolate dial with baguette-cut diamond hour markers, crafted in a 40mm case with the iconic President bracelet. It exudes refined elegance and pairs prestige with everyday wearability.

Condition: Like new condition
Case diameter: 40mm
Lug to lug: 47.2mm
Thickness: 12.2mm

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Sep 5, 2025, 9:31 AM

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2025 Rolex Day-Date 40 Onyx Baguette Dial 228238 — Brand New Condition, Box & Papers

Rolex - 228238 · $65,000

The Rolex Day-Date 40 228238 is a stunning statement of prestige, crafted in 18k yellow gold and paired with the iconic President bracelet. Its rare and elegant black onyx dial offers a minimalist yet powerful aesthetic, complemented by gold hands and baguette diamond hour markers.

Condition: Brand new
Movement: Calibre 3255
Dimensions: 40mm diameter, 47.2mm lug to lug, 12.2mm thick

Posted at

Sep 4, 2025, 9:02 AM

Rolex - 228235 · $45,450

This is a 2024 Rolex Day-Date with a 40mm rose gold case and chocolate dial. It comes with original double boxes, papers, warranty card, manual, and other accessories.

Condition: Excellent overall condition
Warranty Start Date: October 2024
Warranty Duration: 5 years
Size: 7.5 inch wrist (Full Links)

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Mar 26, 2025, 1:11 PM

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