RARE Dent London Silver Pocket Watch – King Farouk I of Egypt Portrait Dial

This pocket watch is a rare “Commemorative” or “Presentation” style timepiece featuring the portrait of King Farouk I (1920–1965), the last reigning monarch of Egypt. Farouk was world-renowned as one of the 20th century’s most prolific collectors of high-end horology (his collection famously included the Patek Philippe 1518 and the Vacheron Constantin 57260).

The dial features Eastern Arabic numerals and a enameled portrait of the King in military regalia. While Dent of London served as a royal watchmaker to many courts, pieces featuring the Farouk portrait were often commissioned for the Royal Court as gifts for high-ranking officials, military officers, or as diplomatic souvenirs.

Item Specifics

• Maker: Dent, London (Signed on the movement)

• Origin: London, England (Movement); 

• Case Material: Solid Silver (Engine-turned “Breguet” style finish)

• Case Type: Full Hunter (Front and back covers)

• Diameter: 50mm (excluding pendant and bow)

• Movement Type: Key-Wind / Key-Set (Includes vintage key and chain)

• Dial: White Enamel with Portrait of King Farouk I; Eastern Arabic numerals.

• Jewels: 15+ Jewels, featuring visible ruby endstones.

Detailed Description

• The Movement: A beautiful, high-grade gilded brass movement signed “Dent, London.” It features a lever escapement, a compensated balance wheel, and a sophisticated regulator. Dent is most famous for building the clock for Big Ben (the Great Clock of Westminster), and this movement carries that pedigree of precision.

• The Dial: A stunning, crisp white enamel dial. The central portrait of King Farouk is vibrant, showing him in his trademark red fez and ceremonial uniform. It features a sub-seconds dial at the 6 o’clock position.

• The Case: A heavy, solid silver case with intricate engine-turning (guilloché) and an unengraved shield on the front, ready for a monogram. The “coin-edged” ribbing on the sides remains sharp.

• Condition: The movement appears clean and shows signs of high-level craftsmanship. The dial is in excellent condition with no visible hairlines in the photos. The case shows a natural aged patina (tarnish) which can be polished or left as-is for historical character.

Why This is a Collector’s Must-Have

1. Provenance: Associated with the “King of Collectors,” Farouk I.

2. Maker: Dent is a “Triple-A” name in British watchmaking.

3. Rarity: Portrait dials of Middle Eastern royalty from this era are highly sought after by international collectors.

4. Completeness: Comes with its original-style chain and winding key.

Shipping & Handling

• Worldwide Shipping: Available via tracked and insured courier.

• Packaging: Will be professionally packed in a hard-shell box to ensure the enamel dial remains protected during transit.

THE WATCH COMES WITH AN APPRAISAL CERTIFICATE FOR $2500