Vintage Almas Saudi Arabia Emblem Watch Black Dial Gold Plated Slim Quartz 31mm

About this watch

A slim, minimalist dress watch with the national emblem of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (palm tree over crossed swords) in gold on a deep black dial, signed Almas in gold script and with slim gold-tone hands. The ultra-thin gold-plated case is framed by distinctive ribbed gold-tone end pieces that lead into a white leather strap.

The caseback is marked "18K Electroplated", "Water Resistant" and 1001 S.

Brand heritage

Almas (Arabic for "diamond") was a watch name sold in the Gulf region in the 1980s and 1990s. Watches bearing the Saudi national emblem were popular as gifts and keepsakes in the Kingdom, and today they are collected by enthusiasts of Gulf and emblem-dial watches.

Why this one is special

• Gold Saudi Arabian national emblem on a black dial
• Ultra-slim 5 mm gold-plated case
• Elegant ribbed end-pieces, a classic look of the era
• Unisex size and style

Specifications

• Brand: Almas
• Era: circa 1980s-1990s
• Movement: quartz
• Case: 18K gold electroplated, approx. 31 mm, 5 mm thick, snap caseback
• Dial: black with gold Saudi Arabia national emblem
• Strap: white leather with ribbed gold-tone end pieces, 19 mm

Condition

Very good vintage condition. The gold-tone finish shows minimal wear, and the black dial and emblem are crisp. Fresh battery installed. Please check all photos carefully as they are part of the description.
Working at time of listing.

What's included

The watch on its white leather strap. Display box shown for presentation.

Shipping & Returns

Ships from Cairo, Egypt. Please see the shipping and returns details in this listing.