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Tudor Ref. 7909 'Oyster-Prince' Honeycomb Dial Watch

Partially verified

This circa 1950s Tudor Oyster-Prince reference 7909 wristwatch features a stainless steel case measuring approximately 34 mm. It is fitted with an off-white honeycomb dial displaying Arabic numerals at the quarter hours alongside dagger hour markers. The dial is printed with the small rose logo, 'TUDOR OYSTER-PRINCE 34', and 'ROTOR SELF-WINDING'. The source reports an automatic movement stamped 'TUDOR SWISS PATENTED AUTO-PRINCE', with the inner case marked by Montres Tudor SA Geneva Switzerland. The watch is worn on a brown textured leather strap with an approximate total size of 7 3/4 inches.

Front three-quarter view of Tudor Oyster-Prince Ref. 7909 with off-white honeycomb dial and brown leather strap
Front three-quarter view of Tudor Oyster-Prince Ref. 7909 with off-white honeycomb dial and brown leather strap — Freeman's | Hindman. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
hindmanauctions.com
Category
Wristwatch · Automatic wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Tudor
Reference
7909
Catalogue / lot identifier
1
Source-reported date
Circa 1950s
Country
Switzerland
Source-reported serial
150786

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 External Construction

The Tudor Oyster-Prince reference 7909 is constructed with a stainless steel case measuring approximately 34 mm. The watch features a crown that bears a visible logo relief. The source notes the presence of scratching throughout the piece consistent with age and wear, as well as light scratches on the crystal.

The inner case back is marked 'MONTRES TUDOR SA GENEVA SWITZERLAND PATENTED STAINLESS STEEL'. The watch is fitted to a brown leather strap measuring approximately 7 3/4 inches.

Evidence for this section
  • “Case size: Approx. 34 mm”
  • “Case material: Stainless steel”
  • “Inner case: MONTRES TUDOR SA GENEVA SWITZERLAND PATENTED STAINLESS STEEL.”
  • “Light scratches to the crystal. Scratching throughout consistent with age and wear.”

Dial Characteristics

The watch features an off-white honeycomb dial with applied Arabic numerals at 12, 3, 6, and 9 o'clock. The dial is printed with 'TUDOR OYSTER-PRINCE 34' and 'ROTOR SELF-WINDING' and includes a small rose logo.

The central surface of the dial exhibits patinaed shading in the area where the hands were left dormant.

Evidence for this section
  • “Off-white honeycomb dial”
  • “Some patinaed shading on dial where hands were left dormant.”

Mechanical Specifications

The timepiece is equipped with an automatic movement stamped 'TUDOR SWISS PATENTED AUTO-PRINCE'.

The watch is reported to wind, set, and run as of the time of cataloging, but the auction house states it has not been timed for accuracy. The auction house does not provide a warranty for the watch or its componentry.

Evidence for this section
  • “Movement: TUDOR SWISS PATENTED AUTO-PRINCE.”
  • “The watch winds, sets and runs at the time of cataloguing but has not been timed for accuracy.”
  • “Please note that Freeman’s Hindman does not warranty the watch at the time of the auction or after its purchase.”

Open research questions

  • Does the serial number 150786 correspond to a confirmed production date in the 1950s?
  • What specific maintenance history is associated with this unit, given the disclaimer that the authenticity of individual parts is not guaranteed?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Tudor Ref. 7909 'Oyster-Prince' Honeycomb Dial Watch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerTudor“Maker: Tudor”
Reference number7909“Reference number: 7909”
Serial number150786“Serial number: 150786”
Case sizeApprox. 34 mm“Case size: Approx. 34 mm”
Case materialStainless steel“Case material: Stainless steel”
Movement stampTUDOR SWISS PATENTED AUTO-PRINCE“Movement: TUDOR SWISS PATENTED AUTO-PRINCE.”
Gross weight30.45 dwt“Gross weight: 30.45 dwt.”

Visible details

  • Off-white textured honeycomb dial featuring applied Arabic numerals at 12, 3, 6, and 9.
  • Prominent yellowed patination across the central dial surface where hands rested.
  • Fitted to a brown lizard-pattern textured leather strap.
  • Screw-down style crown bearing a visible logo relief.

Research qualifications

  • Movement and inner case back are not visible in the provided photograph.
  • Condition and timing accuracy are not warranted by the auction house.

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

Consulted source

TUDOR, REF. 7909 STAINLESS STEEL VINTAGE 'OYSTER-PRINCE'... | Freeman's

Reviewed 2026-10-21 · Record 3261ec56a8

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