Universal Genève 14k Rose Gold Saudi Armed Forces Wristwatch
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1960s
This Universal Genève timepiece is a manual-wind wristwatch crafted in the 1960s. The 35mm case is composed of 14-karat rose gold, featuring a screw-down case back and stylized lugs.
The dial has a textured finish in a rose gold tone, marked with the emblem of the Saudi Arabian Armed Forces in the upper half and an inscription in Arabic, identified as the signature of King Saud, in the lower half. The hour markers are applied, paired with rose gold hands lacking luminous material. Internally, the watch is powered by the Universal Genève Calibre 332 movement, which contains 17 jewels. The watch is presented on a leather strap and is documented in the source as a historical example of a royal commission intended for members of the Saudi military forces.
The mechanism has undergone technical inspection.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Hand-wound wristwatch
- Maker
- Universal Genève
- Movement
- Calibre 332, 17 jewels
- Case Back
- Screw-down
- Dial Details
- Saudi Armed Forces emblem and King Saud signature
- Case Diameter
- 35 mm
- Case Material
- 14k rose gold
- Serial Number
- 1747xxx
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Maker / attribution
- Universal Genève
Design
- Movement
- Power is provided by the Universal Genève Calibre 332, a manual-winding mechanical movement designed specifically for the brand. The movement architecture incorporates 17 jewels to reduce friction in the gear train. The source notes that the watchmaker associated with the collection has performed a full technical inspection of the mechanism to ensure its current operational status. It is set within the gold case, which secures via a screw-down backing that bears the Swiss hallmarks visible in the documentation.
- Case and Dial
- The watch is housed in a 35mm rose gold case marked with the 0.585 purity stamp indicating 14-karat gold composition. The exterior design incorporates a stepped bezel and what are described as 'fancy' lugs, contributing to its dress watch appearance. The case back is of the screw-down variety, ensuring protection for the movement. The dial surface features a distinct textured finish with a rose-colored hue. It is personalized with the official insignia of the Saudi Armed Forces located in the upper field. Below the center, the dial bears an Arabic inscription, specifically identified as the signature of King Saud, which relates to the watch's origins as a commissioned piece for royal presentation. The indices are applied markers, complemented by matching rose-gold hands without luminous applications.
- Visible features
- • Applied rose gold indices on a textured dial • Rose gold hands without luminous inserts • Screw-down case back with 0.585 hallmark • Manual-wind movement Calibre 332 visible in photo
- Historical Context
- The provenance of the watch is linked to the 1960s, a period established by the serial number range 1747xxx. According to historical records referenced in the source, timepieces featuring these specific Saudi military and royal markings were commissioned for distribution as official gifts from King Saud to distinguished members of the Saudi Armed Forces. While the auction source provides this historical account, it acknowledges the information originates from the seller's documentation and represents the reported history of the object rather than an independent archival verification.
Identification
- Serial number
- 1747xxx
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: Specific reference number not provided in source
- Research required: Direct attribution of the watch as a 'gift' relies on historical documentation referenced by the seller