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heathl · 16 January 2014, 03:12 PM

I recently inherited my grandfather's watch collection. This Rolex Prince Elegan was one of the Rolex watches that I am having trouble getting information on. It is 14k gold with 44 diamonds around the bezel. The case back is marked 56000 with 3531 underneath. The number 129 is stamped sideways. The case measures 22mm across, 38mm lug to lug, and 16mm between lugs. It has a 15 jewel movement. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

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Speedbird-1 · 16 January 2014, 06:41 PM

Welcome!

You don't need me to tell you how lovely this is!
We have many, many real enthusiasts/experts here
that will, I'm sure, soon give you chapter and verse on this little beauty.

Kind regards.

crowncollection · 16 January 2014, 07:01 PM

this is the model 3531, nice one

heathl · 16 January 2014, 11:02 PM

Is this a rare model?

andromeda160 · 16 January 2014, 11:28 PM

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Is this a rare model?

It's rare, but not highly desirable. Probably would sell in the $1000-1500 range with a service.MaYBe a BiT moRe bEcaUse Of DIamonDs And GoOD CONdItIoN

heathl · 16 January 2014, 11:36 PM

Are any of the bubblebacks highly desirable? If so, can you give me a couple of examples? I have several of them.

andromeda160 · 16 January 2014, 11:41 PM

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Originally Posted by heathl

Are any of the bubblebacks highly desirable? If so, can you give me a couple of examples? I have several of them.

If there's original dials on them yes, and California dials bring extra premiums. You'd have to post pics to tell If you got any real winners. Having an extensive collection from a family member must be really cool

Old Expat Beast · 16 January 2014, 11:44 PM

That seconds hand reminds me of the Milgauss a bit. Ha.

heathl · 17 January 2014, 12:08 AM

Here are all the Rolex watches.
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andromeda160 · 17 January 2014, 01:29 AM

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Here are all the Rolex watches.
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I know #3 in the first set of 3 is desirable. There's a few others with original dials that are valuable. Some interesting co branded watches that were probably given as awards. Gorgeous collection though.

Cc1966 · 17 January 2014, 03:03 AM

California dials add a premium. Nice collection, thx for sharing...

southtexas · 17 January 2014, 03:47 AM

Very cool collection, fastest way learn about each of them is to get the model number and serial off of each of them and start googling.

heathl · 17 January 2014, 07:10 AM

I tried to research the 3531 and I couldn't find anything.

silversurfer96790 · 17 January 2014, 07:34 AM

Nice, thanks for sharing

heathl · 17 January 2014, 07:50 AM

If I were to sell any of these, what would be the best way? Ebay?

heathl · 17 January 2014, 11:09 AM

I may sell a few of these. Any advice on where to sell?
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watch-guy.com · 18 January 2014, 02:24 PM

I do not like the case numbers. They look too fresh for an old piece.
I cannot find any info on reference number.
The second hand is obviously not original
Cannot comment on dial - not enough detail
Movement quality does not look very high- I would expect better from a vintage Rolex

This is definitely not a Prince movement or case- the Prince elegant were a different line that Rolex brought out ( similar to Tudor vs Rolex)

Obviously the diamonds on the case re not original

Julian

PS Here is my Prince elegant

See quality of movement compared with yours

andromeda160 · 18 January 2014, 08:31 PM

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Originally Posted by watch-guy.com

I do not like the case numbers. They look too fresh for an old piece.
I cannot find any info on reference number.
The second hand is obviously not original
Cannot comment on dial - not enough detail
Movement quality does not look very high- I would expect better from a vintage Rolex

This is definitely not a Prince movement or case- the Prince elegant were a different line that Rolex brought out ( similar to Tudor vs Rolex)

Obviously the diamonds on the case re not original

Julian

PS Here is my Prince elegant

See quality of movement compared with yours

It's a real Rolex movement and case, theres no reason to fake a Rolex that's not worth more than $1000-2000.

watchcrank · 19 January 2014, 01:01 AM

:-) No comment on watch but I have seen dozens of these made up from old Gruen cases etc. marked Rolex on dial and some with the Rolex movements. Especially in GB they have been doing reproductions for decades so don't think they don't fake less expensive watches. Just a point of information should anyone be looking for one. M

heathl · 19 January 2014, 10:30 AM

So is it being suggested that my 3531 is fake?

16 January 2014, 03:12 PM	#1
heathl "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Gadsden Posts: 9	Rolex Prince Info I recently inherited my grandfather's watch collection. This Rolex Prince Elegan was one of the Rolex watches that I am having trouble getting information on. It is 14k gold with 44 diamonds around the bezel. The case back is marked 56000 with 3531 underneath. The number 129 is stamped sideways. The case measures 22mm across, 38mm lug to lug, and 16mm between lugs. It has a 15 jewel movement. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Attached Images

16 January 2014, 11:44 PM	#8
Old Expat Beast TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Adam Location: Far East Watch: Golden Tuna Posts: 28,826	That seconds hand reminds me of the Milgauss a bit. Ha. __________________ _______________________

17 January 2014, 03:03 AM	#11
Cc1966 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Real Name: Christopher Location: Georgia, USA Watch: ing the Sea... Posts: 6,713	California dials add a premium. Nice collection, thx for sharing... __________________ "I wish to have no Connection with any Ship that does not Sail fast for I intend to go in harm's way." Captain John Paul Jones, 16 November 1778 "*Curmudgeons* " Favorites: 1665 SD, Sub Date, DSSD, Exp II, Sub LV, GMTIIc

17 January 2014, 03:47 AM	#12
southtexas 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Great State of TX Posts: 5,764	Very cool collection, fastest way learn about each of them is to get the model number and serial off of each of them and start googling. __________________ Forty six & 2 are just ahead of me. Follow me on Instagram @ccrolex

17 January 2014, 11:09 AM	#16
heathl "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Gadsden Posts: 9	Need advice on selling I may sell a few of these. Any advice on where to sell?

16 January 2014, 06:41 PM	#2
Speedbird-1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Steve. Location: UK Posts: 6,474	Welcome! You don't need me to tell you how lovely this is! We have many, many real enthusiasts/experts here that will, I'm sure, soon give you chapter and verse on this little beauty. Kind regards.

16 January 2014, 07:01 PM	#3
crowncollection "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: David Location: australia Posts: 20,216	this is the model 3531, nice one __________________ watches many

16 January 2014, 11:02 PM	#4
heathl "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Gadsden Posts: 9	Is this a rare model?

16 January 2014, 11:36 PM	#6
heathl "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Gadsden Posts: 9	Are any of the bubblebacks highly desirable? If so, can you give me a couple of examples? I have several of them.

17 January 2014, 12:08 AM	#9
heathl "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Gadsden Posts: 9	Here are all the Rolex watches.

17 January 2014, 07:10 AM	#13
heathl "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Gadsden Posts: 9	I tried to research the 3531 and I couldn't find anything.

17 January 2014, 07:34 AM	#14
silversurfer96790 Banned Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Jon Location: Tokyo Watch: GMT 16710, 1675 Posts: 294	Nice, thanks for sharing

17 January 2014, 07:50 AM	#15
heathl "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Gadsden Posts: 9	If I were to sell any of these, what would be the best way? Ebay?

18 January 2014, 02:24 PM	#17
watch-guy.com Banned Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: United States Posts: 501	I'm gonna go out on a limb here I do not like the case numbers. They look too fresh for an old piece. I cannot find any info on reference number. The second hand is obviously not original Cannot comment on dial - not enough detail Movement quality does not look very high- I would expect better from a vintage Rolex This is definitely not a Prince movement or case- the Prince elegant were a different line that Rolex brought out ( similar to Tudor vs Rolex) Obviously the diamonds on the case re not original Julian PS Here is my Prince elegant See quality of movement compared with yours

19 January 2014, 01:01 AM	#19
watchcrank "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: michael Location: Florida Watch: explorer II cream Posts: 1,664	:-) No comment on watch but I have seen dozens of these made up from old Gruen cases etc. marked Rolex on dial and some with the Rolex movements. Especially in GB they have been doing reproductions for decades so don't think they don't fake less expensive watches. Just a point of information should anyone be looking for one. M

19 January 2014, 10:30 AM	#20
heathl "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Gadsden Posts: 9	So is it being suggested that my 3531 is fake?

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