A historically significant and exceptionally rare Universal Genève, this piece features a cloisonné enamel dial depicting the Arabian Peninsula, commissioned by the Saudi Royal family under King Saud bin Abdulaziz. Rendered in a pink gold case with sharp lugs and crisp hallmarks, it is a stunning fusion of Swiss craftsmanship and royal Middle Eastern heritage.
Details:
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Reference: 10233 1 (custom commission)
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Year: Circa 1950s
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Case Size: Approx. 35mm, 18k pink gold
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Dial: Handcrafted cloisonné enamel dial depicting the Arabian Peninsula and Saudi national emblem (crossed swords and palm)
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Engravings: Arabic inscriptions around the bezel and dial edge
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Top: سعود بن عبد العزيز (Saud bin Abdulaziz)
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Bottom: المملكة العربية السعودية (Kingdom of Saudi Arabia)
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Movement: Automatic
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Strap: Blue leather strap (non-original)
Set Includes:
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Watch only
Condition:
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Excellent overall condition
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Case appears unpolished with defined lugs and visible hallmarks
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Dial remains vibrant with no visible enamel loss or damage
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Light surface scratches on crystal and case, consistent with age
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Movement running smoothly and keeping good time
Commissioned by King Saud bin Abdulaziz, the second monarch of Saudi Arabia (r. 1953–1964), this Universal Genève stands as a rare example of Middle Eastern royal diplomacy expressed through haute horlogerie—a treasure for both collectors of vintage enamel dials and historically significant timepieces.
