Universal Genève 10234

‘King Faisal’ ref 10234 in 18k rose gold, automatic bumper movement, custom gold dial, circa 1950 Universal Genève

--> Description ‘King Faisal’ ref 10234 in 18k rose gold, automatic bumper movement, custom gold dial, circa 1950 Universal Genève Brand: Universal Genève Model: King Faisal Ibn Saud Year: circa 1958 Reference: 10234 Dial: Pink gold Case No.: 1856635 Movement: Automatic bumper Cal: 138SS Material: 18k rose gold Strap: Leather Size: 35 mm --> More information Born in 1906, Prince Faisal Ibn Abdul Aziz Al Saud was an important figure who forged and shaped modern Saudi Arabia and was declared king and crowned in 1964. According to scholars, in 1958 Srul El Sabban (the Minister of Finance of Saudi Arabia) allegedly ordered 50 pieces of a gold watch with Prince Faisal's effigy on the dial from Universal. These watches were not only a tribute to the symbol of the nation, His Majesty, but were also a precious gift for members of his armed forces and were not available to the public.