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Datejust
5031

Datejust Ovettone 5031

1949–c. 19501 variant

Twin of the 5030 with an engine-turned bezel; otherwise identical. Offered in yellow or rose gold, Rolesor and steel, usually with white or black dials and a roulette date.

Variants over time

Production years have not been recorded for these variants.

Variants

StandardUndated
Engine-turned bezel and domed caseback; white or black dial, mostly with a roulette date. Three coronet shapes are seen across the 5030/5031.
Roulette date wheelEngine-turned bezelDate

Reference specifications

Brand: Rolex
Model: Datejust
Reference: 5031
Category: Dress
Production: 1949–c. 1950
Case diameter: 36 mm
Date: Yes
Crystal: Acrylic, without Cyclops lens

More specifications (1)

Movement: Automatic

Specs shared by all variants. Variant pages show where a variant differs.

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The Evergreens: The History of the Rolex Datejust, The Crown’s Timeless IconRead more at Monochrome Watches (opens in a new tab)
Rolex DateJust HistoryRead more at Bob's Watches (opens in a new tab)

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