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mellimovich · 23 June 2011, 07:37 PM

Who knows what is written on this card and on the dial. Also how much could this rolex cost?

Art 1 · 23 June 2011, 08:13 PM

Not sure the value or wording but I have seen a few around.

The Joker · 23 June 2011, 08:39 PM

Is a sweet watch, dunno how much it costs though.

Whether the link and the dial would hold a premium, not sure. Depends how rare it is.

Oh, welcome to the forum.

brettpaul · 23 June 2011, 09:00 PM

Not sure what is says on the card, but I live in Bahrain and recently had the chance to purchase a BNIB WG Day Date that was in the Sultan's personal collection - crest engraved by Rolex on the back of the watch....didn't raise the value/cost of the watch at all - could be purchased for BD 5000.000 (Bahraini Dinars) = USD 13,000.00.

We get lots of those here to be fair - Saudi, Emerait, Omani, etc crests....

Johny · 23 June 2011, 09:25 PM

welcome to the forum.

Michael M. · 24 June 2011, 12:25 AM

Welcome to TRF!

Luv rolex · 24 June 2011, 03:11 AM

"Fahd bin abdel Aziz Alsoud", that whats written on the card. he was one of the Saudia Arabia kings, i beleaive

padi56 · 24 June 2011, 03:27 AM

There are many Rolex watches with various middle east sultans insignias on the dial some of the most valuable ones are the early sports watches. In was around 1970,that Qaboos bin Said Al Said ousted his father and has ruled as sultan of Oman ever since.The British (SAS) and several Arab Nations sent well-trained forces to assist the Sultan, and the rebels were defeated. Legend has it that the Special Forces suffered heavy losses, and only 7 Special Forces Officers survived. As a token of his appreciation, Sultan Qaboos bin Said Al Said presented them each with a Rolex Sea Dweller ref 1665 with the Nations Coat of Arms printed on the dial in Gold. Also several Local Officers were presented with a Rolex Sea Dweller ref 1665 with the Nations Coat of Arms printed on the dial in Red. I am not sure how many of these were issued,but many middle east sultans had there coat of arms added to Rolex watches, in fact there was a special department in Rolex H/Q to oversee these matters.During the 1970s and 1980s it was not only Subs and Sea-Dwellers,they came in Presidents, Datejusts , Dates, TOG, and Airkings. Back in that era it was quite common for the Middle Eastern Kings to display their names and Family and counties Symbols all over watches, cars etc to these people money was no object

Image from net.

mellimovich · 24 June 2011, 04:23 AM

Thank you all, gents. I really appreciate your kind assistance.

Could anyone give an estimated price for this watch?

rolexpawn · 24 June 2011, 04:33 AM

One complete DD set is going for GBP 10,000.00

A.J.R. · 24 June 2011, 05:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by padi56

There are many Rolex watches with various middle east sultans insignias on the dial some of the most valuable ones are the early sports watches. In was around 1970,that Qaboos bin Said Al Said ousted his father and has ruled as sultan of Oman ever since.The British (SAS) and several Arab Nations sent well-trained forces to assist the Sultan, and the rebels were defeated. Legend has it that the Special Forces suffered heavy losses, and only 7 Special Forces Officers survived. As a token of his appreciation, Sultan Qaboos bin Said Al Said presented them each with a Rolex Sea Dweller ref 1665 with the Nations Coat of Arms printed on the dial in Gold. Also several Local Officers were presented with a Rolex Sea Dweller ref 1665 with the Nations Coat of Arms printed on the dial in Red. I am not sure how many of these were issued,but many middle east sultans had there coat of arms added to Rolex watches, in fact there was a special department in Rolex H/Q to oversee these matters.During the 1970s and 1980s it was not only Subs and Sea-Dwellers,they came in Presidents, Datejusts , Dates, TOG, and Airkings. Back in that era it was quite common for the Middle Eastern Kings to display their names and Family and counties Symbols all over watches, cars etc to these people money was no object

Great info!

MonBK · 24 June 2011, 05:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mellimovich

Thank you all, gents. I really appreciate your kind assistance.

Could anyone give an estimated price for this watch?

$2,000 give or take.

mellimovich · 28 June 2011, 09:11 AM

I was told that it would cost closer to $100 000, mainly due to the fact that it was issued personally by the sultan and has his business card. Could this be true?

The GMT Master · 28 June 2011, 09:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mellimovich

I was told that it would cost closer to $100 000, mainly due to the fact that it was issued personally by the sultan and has his business card. Could this be true?

No, these types of watches, although a curiosity, are not a rarity

mellimovich · 28 June 2011, 04:52 PM

Sorry, it wasn't a Sultan of Oman, but it was a King of Saudi Arabia (Fahd bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud) as it is said on the card and on the dial, and they were awarded by him personally in Mecca.

dpkong · 28 June 2011, 08:21 PM

i wouldn't buy something i can't read just in case the message turns out to be something i'd rather not know!!

wkhalaf · 28 February 2013, 10:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mellimovich

Who knows what is written on this card and on the dial. Also how much could this rolex cost?

The Palm Tree and two swords refer to the Saudi emblem.

The wording on the card is the full name of the late King Fahad bin Abdulaziz Al Saud (bin = son of) ..

The watch says "Fahad" the King's name

Tools · 1 March 2013, 02:19 AM

There is no premium or special interest in these unique watches although there may be Saudi collectors who seek them out.. Probably the actual market is small so they may need to reduce prices to sell in some areas of the world.

Seems to be plenty of them around

mjclark32 · 1 March 2013, 02:30 AM

Welcome, nice piece

sea-dweller · 1 March 2013, 02:34 AM

Nice DJ, very classy.

MonBK · 1 March 2013, 02:39 AM

Another 2 year old thread.

boogiebot · 1 March 2013, 02:44 AM

very cool. never seen a watch like this before so thanks for sharing the pics. and welcome to TRF

joe100 · 1 March 2013, 02:53 AM

Cool dial and history but sadly not worth a premium.

kingSubTT · 1 March 2013, 03:07 AM

El-Cheapo King. I would give out DD at least.

MonBK · 1 March 2013, 03:23 AM

The OP hasn't been here since June 28 2011 so I don't think welcomes are needed.

Watchdog · 1 March 2013, 03:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MonBK

The OP hasn't been here since June 28 2011 so I don't think welcomes are needed.

Lol!

77T · 1 March 2013, 03:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MonBK

Another 2 year old thread.

True, Mon, but our new member, wkhalaf, finally provided a complete answer to the OP's 2011 question (including the word on the dial)

Quote:

Originally Posted by MonBK

The OP hasn't been here since June 28 2011 so I don't think welcomes are needed.

I believe the welcome was for wkhalaf.

And I add that, too!

Thanks, wkhalaf for contributing

MonBK · 1 March 2013, 03:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 77T

True, Mon, but our new member, wkhalaf, finally provided a complete answer to the OP's 2011 question (including the word on the dial)

I believe the welcome was for wkhalaf.

And I add that, too!

Thanks, wkhalaf for contributing

I believe you're right and what an idiot I am for reading whole threads.

From now on I'll just go to the end and reply.

77T · 1 March 2013, 04:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MonBK

I believe you're right and what an idiot I am for reading whole threads.

From now on I'll just go to the end and reply.

No - no - Please don't change!

nick c · 1 March 2013, 05:19 AM

Welcome

23 June 2011, 07:37 PM	#1
mellimovich "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Canada Posts: 4	Rolex - awarded by Sultan of Oman Who knows what is written on this card and on the dial. Also how much could this rolex cost? Attached Images

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24 June 2011, 03:27 AM	#8
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 53,064	There are many Rolex watches with various middle east sultans insignias on the dial some of the most valuable ones are the early sports watches. In was around 1970,that Qaboos bin Said Al Said ousted his father and has ruled as sultan of Oman ever since.The British (SAS) and several Arab Nations sent well-trained forces to assist the Sultan, and the rebels were defeated. Legend has it that the Special Forces suffered heavy losses, and only 7 Special Forces Officers survived. As a token of his appreciation, Sultan Qaboos bin Said Al Said presented them each with a Rolex Sea Dweller ref 1665 with the Nations Coat of Arms printed on the dial in Gold. Also several Local Officers were presented with a Rolex Sea Dweller ref 1665 with the Nations Coat of Arms printed on the dial in Red. I am not sure how many of these were issued,but many middle east sultans had there coat of arms added to Rolex watches, in fact there was a special department in Rolex H/Q to oversee these matters.During the 1970s and 1980s it was not only Subs and Sea-Dwellers,they came in Presidents, Datejusts , Dates, TOG, and Airkings. Back in that era it was quite common for the Middle Eastern Kings to display their names and Family and counties Symbols all over watches, cars etc to these people money was no object Image from net. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

1 March 2013, 02:19 AM	#18
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,515	There is no premium or special interest in these unique watches although there may be Saudi collectors who seek them out.. Probably the actual market is small so they may need to reduce prices to sell in some areas of the world. Seems to be plenty of them around __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

1 March 2013, 02:30 AM	#19
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Welcome, nice piece __________________

23 June 2011, 08:13 PM	#2
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	Not sure the value or wording but I have seen a few around.

23 June 2011, 08:39 PM	#3
The Joker "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Gotham Posts: 9,641	Is a sweet watch, dunno how much it costs though. Whether the link and the dial would hold a premium, not sure. Depends how rare it is. Oh, welcome to the forum.

23 June 2011, 09:00 PM	#4
brettpaul "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Brett Location: Bahrain, Dubai Watch: Rolex and AP Posts: 5,538	Not sure what is says on the card, but I live in Bahrain and recently had the chance to purchase a BNIB WG Day Date that was in the Sultan's personal collection - crest engraved by Rolex on the back of the watch....didn't raise the value/cost of the watch at all - could be purchased for BD 5000.000 (Bahraini Dinars) = USD 13,000.00. We get lots of those here to be fair - Saudi, Emerait, Omani, etc crests....

24 June 2011, 12:25 AM	#6
Michael M. Banned Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Newport Beach, CA Posts: 8,391	Welcome to TRF!

24 June 2011, 03:11 AM	#7
Luv rolex 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Islam Location: Montreal, Canada Watch: DJ,SD 4000,LV Posts: 742	"Fahd bin abdel Aziz Alsoud", that whats written on the card. he was one of the Saudia Arabia kings, i beleaive

24 June 2011, 04:23 AM	#9
mellimovich "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Canada Posts: 4	Thank you all, gents. I really appreciate your kind assistance. Could anyone give an estimated price for this watch?

24 June 2011, 04:33 AM	#10
rolexpawn Banned Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Chester Location: Bolton UK Watch: my Rolex(s) Posts: 479	One complete DD set is going for GBP 10,000.00

28 June 2011, 09:11 AM	#13
mellimovich "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Canada Posts: 4	I was told that it would cost closer to $100 000, mainly due to the fact that it was issued personally by the sultan and has his business card. Could this be true?

28 June 2011, 04:52 PM	#15
mellimovich "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Canada Posts: 4	Sorry, it wasn't a Sultan of Oman, but it was a King of Saudi Arabia (Fahd bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud) as it is said on the card and on the dial, and they were awarded by him personally in Mecca.

28 June 2011, 08:21 PM	#16
dpkong "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Don Location: Borneo Watch: it! Posts: 864	i wouldn't buy something i can't read just in case the message turns out to be something i'd rather not know!!

1 March 2013, 02:34 AM	#20
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Nice DJ, very classy.

1 March 2013, 02:39 AM	#21
MonBK Banned Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Kingstown Posts: 58,279	Another 2 year old thread.

1 March 2013, 02:44 AM	#22
boogiebot "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: canada Watch: me post! Posts: 3,804	very cool. never seen a watch like this before so thanks for sharing the pics. and welcome to TRF

1 March 2013, 02:53 AM	#23
joe100 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Joe Location: New Mexico Watch: Explorer Posts: 12,840	Cool dial and history but sadly not worth a premium. __________________ It's Espresso, not Expresso. Coffee is not a train in Italy. -TRF Member 6982-

1 March 2013, 03:07 AM	#24
kingSubTT "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: USA Watch: SmurfDaytonaBLNR Posts: 682	El-Cheapo King. I would give out DD at least. __________________ White Daytona 116520, Sub 116619LB, GMT II BLNR

1 March 2013, 03:23 AM	#25
MonBK Banned Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Kingstown Posts: 58,279	The OP hasn't been here since June 28 2011 so I don't think welcomes are needed.

1 March 2013, 05:19 AM	#30
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	Welcome

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