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Rolex 9ct Gold Prince Wristwatch Ref. 1343

Partially verified

This Rolex Prince wristwatch, reference 1343, features a rectangular 9ct yellow gold case measuring 20mm by 38mm. The watch is powered by a manual-wind Rolex Calibre 8160 15-jewel movement, described as observatory quality and timed to six positions for all climates. The dial is finished in white with Arabic numerals, a minute track, and blued poire hands. A subsidiary seconds dial is located on the lower half of the dial face. The watch is presented on an after-market brown leather strap with a gold-plated Rolex buckle. According to the auction report, the case contains Glasgow import marks dated to 1929. The case back bears a personal engraving reading 'T.A.D.H Xmas 1930', noted as being shallow and worn. The gross weight of the watch is 29.3 grams.

Front view of the Rolex 9ct Gold Prince wristwatch showing the rectangular dial and subsidiary seconds display.
Front view of the Rolex 9ct Gold Prince wristwatch showing the rectangular dial and subsidiary seconds display. — Dawsons Auctioneers / Invaluable. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
orbiscollectibles.com
Category
Wristwatch · Manual-wind rectangular wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Rolex
Reference
1343
Catalogue / lot identifier
202024563
Source-reported date
1929
Source-reported place
United Kingdom
Source-reported serial
66826

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case and Dial Design

The watch is housed in a 9ct yellow gold rectangular case measuring 20mm by 38mm. The bezel is smooth in design. The dial is white and features Arabic numerals for hour markings accompanied by a minute track. The time is displayed via blued poire hands.

A distinct feature of this model is the secondary subsidiary dial for seconds located in the lower portion of the main dial. The auction description notes the presence of scratches and slight scuffs to the crystal, as well as discolouration and debris on the dial surface.

Evidence for this section
  • “Bezel: Smooth”
  • “Case Diameter: 20mm x 38mm”
  • “Dial: White, Blued Poire Hands”
  • “Scratches and slight scuffs to crystal. Discolouration, debris and marks to dial.”

Movement and Function

The movement is identified as a Rolex Calibre 8160 15-jewel manual-wind mechanism. The auction house specifies that this movement is of observatory quality and has been timed to six positions, intended for use in all climates.

The watch includes a subsidiary seconds complication. The crown is described as fluted to facilitate winding. The total weight of the object is recorded at 29.3 grams.

Evidence for this section
  • “Rolex Calibre 8160 15-Jewel Manual Wind Movement, Observatory Quality, Timed 6 Positions, For All Climates”
  • “Complication: Seconds Subsidiary Dial to lower half of dial”
  • “Crown: Fluted”

Provenance and Condition

The case back is inscribed with a personal engraving reading 'T.A.D.H Xmas 1930', which is described as being worn and shallow. Glasgow import marks on the case indicate the watch dates to 1929.

The watch is currently fitted with an after-market brown leather strap, which shows slight wear. The buckle is a gold-plated Rolex component. The source notes that independent confirmation of the type attribution is required.

Evidence for this section
  • “Glasgow Import Marks, dated 1929”
  • “Case back features personal engraving which reads ‘T.A.D.H Xmas 1930’. Engraving is worn and shallow.”
  • “Slight wear to brown leather strap.”
  • “Independent confirmation of type attribution and auction-house statements remains research required.”

Open research questions

  • Is the movement serial number 66826 consistent with the 1929 hallmark date?
  • Are there original box or papers associated with this specific reference and serial combination in private archives?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Rolex 9ct Gold Prince Wristwatch Ref. 1343
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Reference1343“Reference: 1343”
Serial66826“Serial: 66826”
Material9ct Yellow Gold“9ct Yellow Gold”
MovementRolex Calibre 8160 15-Jewel Manual Wind“Rolex Calibre 8160 15-Jewel Manual Wind Movement”
Dating1929“Glasgow Import Marks, dated 1929”
Weight29.3 grams“Gross Weight: 29.3 grams”

Visible details

  • Rectangular case profile
  • Subsidiary seconds dial positioned at the bottom half of the face
  • Arabic numeral hour markers
  • After-market brown leather strap with visible stitching

Research qualifications

  • Independent authentication of the movement and type remains required
  • The auction-house condition statement regarding the engraving and dial state is not independently verified

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

Rolex 9ct Gold Prince Wristwatch

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record 1a8cdfc83c

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