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Lot #1224

Jaeger Le Coultre Saudi Arabia King Fahd

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Introduction

Within horology and the art of collecting, there lie some specific details that collectors covet and cherish due to their rarity, backstory, and prestige amongst other collectors. One of those details is the famed co-signed dial, with the ‘Arab dial’ standing as one of the most sought-after. Never offered for retail like other co-signed dials, ‘Arab dial’ timepieces bear the insignia, family crest, or royal coat of arms of various Gulf state royals who make special orders for these watches from the brands so that they can gift the watches to other heads of state, diplomats, or celebrate milestones. With so few of these watches in circulation and many of them linked to prominent events and figures from history, these watches are prized by watch collectors looking for a timepiece that is off the beaten track and unique. Featured here, we have a Jaeger LeCoultre that has been co-signed with the House of Saud (Saudi Arabian royal family) coat of arms at 12 o’clock. With its stunning diamond-set bezel, intricately constructed gold bracelet, and bright blue dial, this is a stunning watch that is only made even more spectacular by its rare dial and mysterious heritage as a gift to someone from a member of the Saudi Arabian royal family.

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Grade

M 9

Status

Vetted & Approved

Included

Service Pouch and Receipt

Est. value range

$3,000 – $5,000

The Details

Brand

Jaeger LeCoultre

Dimensions

30mm

Model

Saudi Arabia Dial

Movement

Quartz

Reference

100.067.9

Bracelet

18k Yellow Gold

Year

1985

Condition

Excellent

Material

18k Yellow Gold

Included

Watch and S service papers

Dial Color

Blue with Saudi Arabia insignia

THE DIAL

Lacking any Jaeger LeCoultre branding, this stunning blue dial reveals its interesting heritage through Arabic inscription at 6 o'clock and the House of Saud coat of arms at 12 o'clock.

THE CONSTRUCTION

With its intricate 13-link bracelet featuring fine hammered details and its bezel sporting a plethora of sparkling diamonds, this timepiece's entire aesthetic is that of luxury and elegance - certainly fit for a royal family.

SERVICE RECEIPT

The watch was serviced in 2020, and has been unworn since.

Condition

Watch is in excellent condition. Dial is blemish free. Overall length is approximately 8 inches. Total weight is 72.4g.

Our Perspective

Given this timepiece's stunning design and exuberant construction, it is no surprise that one of the Gulf's most important and influential families decided to put their familial coat of arms on it to gift to someone of significance.

Justin Gruenberg

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