Rolex Prince Imperial Pocket Watch, Reference 1645, 9-Carat Yellow Gold, Silver Dial
Rolex Prince Imperial Pocket Watch, Reference 1645, 9-Carat Yellow Gold, Silver Dial
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A Rolex Prince Imperial pocket watch, reference 1645, in a 9-carat yellow gold case with a silver dial, a separate seconds register and a hand-wound movement.
The Piece
Rolex was founded in London in 1905 and moved to Geneva in 1919, and its Prince, launched in 1928, set a dial for the hours and minutes above a separate dial for the seconds.
This pocket watch follows the same arrangement. A case in 9-carat yellow gold holds a silver dial with a small seconds register. The movement is wound by hand.
The case is 37 mm (1.46 in) wide by 41 mm (1.61 in) high. The crystal shows light scratches, and the dial carries marks and soiling. The set includes a pouch.
Details
- Maker: Rolex
- Model: Prince Imperial pocket watch, reference 1645
- Material: 9-carat yellow gold case; silver dial
- Movement: Manual wind, with small seconds
- Measurements: Case 37 mm (1.46 in) wide by 41 mm (1.61 in) high, crown excluded
- Colour: Yellow gold; silver dial
- Included: Pouch
Condition
- Grade AB in Japan: good, with light scratches on the crystal and marks and soiling on the dial.
Condition grade AB (light signs of use) on the Japanese scale; see Japanese condition ranks, explained.
Authenticity & Care
Case and caseback engravings, dial printing, movement, crown and bracelet are examined together and documented in Japan before dispatch. Every piece carries the Japonista authenticity guarantee. Keep it away from magnets and damp, and have it serviced by a qualified watchmaker before regular wear.
Delivery from Japan
Packed by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Every sale is final; please ask anything before you buy, and see our published policy.
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