1087
Universal
Ref. 18205/11/TW
A rare and attractive pink gold wristwatch with linen dial and integrated bracelet, made for King Faisal of Saudi Arabia
- Estimate
- HK$40,000 - 60,000€4,300 - 6,400$5,100 - 7,700
HK$40,320
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- Universal
- Year
- Circa 1980
- Reference No
- 18205/11/TW
- Case No
- 78’204
- Material
- 18K pink gold
- Calibre
- Manual, cal. 820, 17 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- 18K pink Universal Genève mesh bracelet, max length 180mm
- Clasp/Buckle
- 18K pink gold Universal Genève folding clasp
- Dimensions
- 32.5mm diameter
- Signed
- Case, dial, movement and clasp signed
Specialist
Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
Born in 1906, Prince Faisal Ibn Abdul Aziz Al Saud was an important figure whom forged and shaped modern Saudi Arabia and was declared king and crowned in 1964. Likely to be presented as gifts and exclusive to members of his force, the present example features an unusual textured dial by Universal, with the Saudi Royal Family Coat of Arms (palm tree and two crossing swords) and signature of King Faisal below 12 o’clock.
Offered in an excellent crisp condition and accompanied with an attractively rare integrated bracelet, the present example bearing these national symbol of His majesty is no doubt and fine and unusual timepiece for collectors.
Offered in an excellent crisp condition and accompanied with an attractively rare integrated bracelet, the present example bearing these national symbol of His majesty is no doubt and fine and unusual timepiece for collectors.
Universal
Swiss | 1894 Universal Genève was founded in Le Locle, Switzerland in 1894 and was originally known as "Universal Watch." Since its inception, Universal Genève has produced watches with unusually high quality for their price point. Universal was among the first brands to introduce a chronograph wristwatch.
Today, the firm's vintage models are highly sought-after and desired for their oversized cases and interesting dial designs. Key models include a variety of "Compax" models such as the "Nina Rindt" or "Evil Nina," the Uni-Compax, the Space-Compax, the Aero-Compax and the Film-Compax.
Browse MakerToday, the firm's vintage models are highly sought-after and desired for their oversized cases and interesting dial designs. Key models include a variety of "Compax" models such as the "Nina Rindt" or "Evil Nina," the Uni-Compax, the Space-Compax, the Aero-Compax and the Film-Compax.