{"product_id":"1934-rolex-prince-ref-2356-in-9k-gold-bucherer-retailed-ultra-rare-black-dial-original-box","title":"1934 Rolex Prince Ref. 2356 in 9K Gold Bucherer Retailed, Ultra-Rare Black Dial, Original Box","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn extraordinary and exceptionally rare example of one of Rolex's most important early wristwatch designs: the \u003cstrong\u003eRolex Prince reference 2356\u003c\/strong\u003e, dating to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1934\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular watch is far more than a beautiful early Rolex. It is an exceptional survivor, retaining an extraordinary combination of originality, provenance, and untouched condition that is rarely encountered today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watch was \u003cstrong\u003eoriginally retailed by Bucherer\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the most important names in Swiss watch retailing and a historic Rolex retailer. The original black dial is prominently signed \u003cstrong\u003eBucherer\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the watch is accompanied by its \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal Bucherer presentation box. \u003c\/strong\u003ea remarkable pairing that substantially adds to the historical appeal of the piece. Signed Bucherer Rolex Princes are known to collectors, and period examples demonstrate the long-standing relationship between the two names.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Exceptionally Rare Black Dial\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe highlight of this watch is undoubtedly its \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal black dial\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack-dial Rolex Princes from this period are exceptionally difficult to find, and the combination of a black dial with the \u003cstrong\u003eBucherer retailer signature\u003c\/strong\u003e makes this example particularly special. The deep black surface, gold numerals, subsidiary seconds display, and period typography create an appearance that is unmistakably from the golden age of early Rolex design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn more than \u003cstrong\u003e20 years of collecting and handling vintage watches\u003c\/strong\u003e, I have personally \u003cstrong\u003enever come across another Rolex Prince with Black and an unpolished case preserved to this extent\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is what makes this watch so special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has not been transformed into a modern-looking vintage watch. The case still carries the honest evidence of more than nine decades of existence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReference 2356\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRolex Prince reference 2356\u003c\/strong\u003e belongs to the rectangular Prince family produced during the 1930s. Period auction records document the reference with its characteristic rectangular case, manually wound movement, subsidiary seconds, and \u003cstrong\u003efixed wire lugs\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example is crafted in \u003cstrong\u003esolid 9-karat gold\u003c\/strong\u003e and retains its wonderfully sharp, original case proportions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watch features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRolex Prince Ref. 2356\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCirca 1934\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolid 9K yellow gold case\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtremely rare original black dial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Bucherer retailer signature on the dial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Rolex hands\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Rolex movement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnpolished case\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal fixed spring bars \/ fixed lugs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Bucherer presentation box\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLater-period original Rolex buckle\u003c\/strong\u003e, believed to date from approximately the 1950s or 1960s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCurrently fitted with a vintage black alligator leather strap of uncertain manufacture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAn Untouched Survivor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe word \u003cem\u003eunpolished\u003c\/em\u003e is frequently overused in the vintage watch world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith this watch, however, the untouched nature of the case is immediately apparent. The original geometry, proportions, and character remain intact. There are scratches and signs of age. as there should be on a watch approaching a century old. but they tell the story of the watch rather than detract from it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a watch that has been restored into something it never was.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is an original survivor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMovement and Servicing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watch is \u003cstrong\u003ecurrently running\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur watchmaker has carefully inspected the movement and found it to be in very nice condition, with \u003cstrong\u003eno apparent damage or concerning issues\u003c\/strong\u003e. After sitting unused for more than \u003cstrong\u003e37 years\u003c\/strong\u003e, it simply requires what appears to be a regular service before being relied upon for regular timekeeping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt this stage, however, I have deliberately not rushed to service it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a watch of this historical importance and originality, the decision to service it deserves careful consideration. While servicing may ultimately be performed, preserving the watch exactly as it has survived is equally important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor that reason, the watch is presently offered in its \u003cstrong\u003euntouched state\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not primarily a watch to buy for daily timekeeping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt is a piece to preserve.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Museum-Level Rolex Prince\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rolex Prince is one of the most recognizable and historically important designs from Rolex's early years. While many examples have disappeared, been heavily polished, refinished, or fitted with replacement components over the decades, this watch presents an exceptionally compelling combination:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eoriginal black dial, Bucherer signature, solid gold case, untouched case condition, original movement, original hands, fixed lugs, later original Rolex buckle, and. most importantly. the original Bucherer box.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinding any one of these characteristics is special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinding them together is something else entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn extraordinary \u003cstrong\u003eRolex Prince Ref. 2356\u003c\/strong\u003e, preserved as a reminder of a time when Rolex was still defining the identity that would eventually make it one of the most important watch manufacturers in history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA true collector's piece. A true survivor. And, in my opinion, much closer to a museum object than simply another vintage watch.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Awad Watches","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46984186134726,"sku":null,"price":55000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/1908\/2182\/files\/DSC05470.jpg?v=1787877488","url":"https:\/\/awadwatches.com\/products\/1934-rolex-prince-ref-2356-in-9k-gold-bucherer-retailed-ultra-rare-black-dial-original-box","provider":"Awad Watches","version":"1.0","type":"link"}