{"product_id":"rolex-ladies-manual-wind-sub-dial-rare-1938-solid-9ct-gold-with-clamshell-box-copy","title":"Tudor\/Rolex Ladies Manual Wind - Sub-Dial - 1956 - Solid 9ct Gold with Box","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eYear\u003c\/b\u003e: 1956\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBox\/Papers\u003c\/b\u003e: Yes\/No\/TWW Authenticity Guarantee Card\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCase number\u003c\/b\u003e: 301504\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCase size\u003c\/b\u003e: 20mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMovement\u003c\/b\u003e: Tudor Manual Wind \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCrystal\u003c\/b\u003e: Acrylic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBracelet Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The watch currently fits wrist sizes between 160 mm (6.3 in) and 175 mm (6.9 in), using its adjustable clasp mechanism. With the two extra links provided, the maximum length is approximately 195 mm (7.68 in). Links can also be easily removed for smaller wrists.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eImportance and History\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eFor sale is a magnificent and exceptional example of mid-century Tudor Rolex in brilliant-condition, a 1956 vintage Tudor manual-wind watch, completely intact with its original 9-carat gold bracelet, extra links, and period-correct inner and outer box. This stunning timekeeper represents a unique chapter in British horological history, featuring a solid 9ct gold case stamped by the historic Chester Assay Office just years before its permanent closure in 1962. The watch head is signed by R.W.Co Ltd (Rolex Watch Company), reflecting the meticulous craftsmanship of an era when Swiss movements were paired with high-grade British-market gold casings to comply with strict import standards.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eWhat truly elevates this collector's watch is the accompanying solid 9ct gold bracelet, which is double-signed for ultimate authenticity. Alongside the official Rolex signature, the clasp is stamped B\u0026amp;S alongside Patent No. 717366, identifying it as an elite, period-correct British luxury bracelet manufactured for Rolex by the renowned goldsmiths B.H. Britton \u0026amp; Sons. Presented in spectacular aesthetic and working condition with its highly elusive set including both inner and outer box and spare gold links to accommodate modern sizing, t\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ehis exceptional timepiece represents a rare \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003einvestment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eopportunity to own an authentic and highly desirable vintage Rolex and Tudor \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eephemera.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e - The beautiful aged white dial with gilt Arabic numerals and seconds sub-dial is well preserved and remains remarkably in clean condition with only light sins of charming vintage patina.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e - The solid 9ct Rolex case is in fantastic shape for a watch of this age and shows just light signs of wear. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCrown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e - The period correct large and easy to operate crown remains in excellent used condition, working perfectly. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMovement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e - The watch encases its original Tudor manual wind movement which is working flawlessly and keeping excellent time within vintage specifications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCase back\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e - The original 9ct gold, Rolex signed case back shows light signs of wear, displaying it's full Rolex markings, hallmarking and numbering clearly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eStrap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e - This piece has its original 9ct gold Rolex signed bracelet with an extendable clasp setting and two extra links. The bracelet matches the fantastic original condition of the watch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCrystal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e - The original crystal is in fantastic condition, with no visible scratches, only aged signs of wear visible at closer inspection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFor a watch of this age, this piece is in spectacular order and is ready to wear!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIf you have any further questions about this piece, please don’t hesitate to contact us via email or Instagram.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e@thewristwatcher1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ethewristwatcher1@gmail.com \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTerms of sale\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePlease note these are vintage timepieces and their timekeeping abilities will never be the same as modern equivalents. We ensure that all of our watches are keeping time within vintage specification. We categorise watches as keeping good time when they’re running within +\/- 60 seconds per day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWe are a registered limited company and can be found on Companies House and therefore are legally required to accept returns within 14 days and provide our customers with fully authentic timepieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWe guarantee the full authenticity of all out of timepieces. Each piece is fully tested and inspected by our watchmaker to ensure both full functionality and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eInternational customers are responsible for customs charges when receiving a purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWe cannot guarantee any water resistance due to the age of these watches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReturns\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCustomers may return their purchased item within 14 days of delivery date as long as the item(s) are returned in the same condition as received.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eInternational buyers are responsible for customs charges that apply when returning an item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eJM54\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Wrist Watcher","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57704939422069,"sku":null,"price":1950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0699\/6498\/8722\/files\/library-6292E7A2-8BFC-4CC1-8018-895FA032C722-L0-001.jpg?v=1793466692","url":"https:\/\/www.thewristwatcher.co.uk\/products\/rolex-ladies-manual-wind-sub-dial-rare-1938-solid-9ct-gold-with-clamshell-box-copy","provider":"The Wrist Watcher","version":"1.0","type":"link"}