Rolex Day-Date 40 228235 Rose Gold Chocolate Baguette Diamond Dial (2025)

$66,400.00
By Rolex

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The Rolex Day-Date 228235 exemplifies refined luxury, pairing the prestige of solid rose gold with a rich chocolate dial set with baguette-cut diamond hour markers. Its 40mm case, offers a warm, elegant tone that complements the darker hues of the dial. The fluted bezel and polished surfaces reflect light with subtle brilliance, giving the watch a commanding yet sophisticated wrist presence.

Known as the “President’s Watch,” the Day-Date 40 displays both the day and date in instantly recognizable apertures while maintaining perfect symmetry. The baguette diamonds lend understated opulence without overpowering the design, and the solid rose gold President bracelet completes the ensemble with seamless integration and exceptional comfort. 

*This timepiece comes with the original white hang tag.

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The Rolex Day-Date 40 Ref. 228235 in rose gold with a chocolate dial and baguette-cut diamond hour markers is a refined expression of the President line crafted for collectors who appreciate luxury materials and subtle distinction.

The watch houses a 40 mm case in rose gold with the signature fluted bezel and the iconic President bracelet in matching gold. The dial is a deep chocolate brown sun-ray finish, elevated by baguette-cut diamond markers that add sparkle while maintaining legibility. The day display at 12 o’clock and the date at 3 o’clock preserve the classic Day-Date layout.

Functionally the piece features automatic winding, instantaneous day and date display, and a chronometer-certified movement offering reliable performance. The focus here remains on elegant complication (day + date) rather than a multiplicity of functions.

Within Rolex’s lineage, the Day-Date 40 Ref. 228235 builds on the President pedigree but introduces updated materials and dial variations including diamond hour markers and distinctive dial colors.

From a collector’s perspective this reference appeals to someone looking for a President-line watch that stands apart without being overt. The use of rose gold ensures warm tone and precious-metal prestige, while the chocolate dial and baguette diamonds provide character. It suits the collector who already owns more conventional gold Day-Dates and now seeks an execution that balances luxury, elegance and discretion.

Reference Number
228235
Model Family
Day-Date
Movement
Automatic
Case Material
Rose Gold
Bracelet Material
Rose Gold
Dial
Brown
Case Dimension
40mm
Year
2025
Condition
New
Box & Papers
Original Box, Original Papers

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