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alleged · 12 January 2018, 04:26 AM

I have an opportunity to purchase a NOS Cellini Rolex Prince like this one at a very favorable price. Like 50% off retail.

I'm guessing this watch was not too popular in the marketplace, since it's no longer made.

What do other think of this watch? Is it a dog or a future collectible?

bobernet · 12 January 2018, 04:41 AM

I don’t think it’s a dog, and I doubt it will be a future collectible.

Setting that aside, I think it’s a great looking watch. Patek’s Gondolfo, JLC’s Reverso, this Cellini, all have a neat look in the tonneau case style. If you’re not going to sell it, then it makes for an easier decision. If you’re not sure you’ll keep it, get the best price you can because the potential buyer pool is going to be small.

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powerfunk · 12 January 2018, 05:11 AM

Does it have a clear caseback? A few Cellini Princes (model 5440, 5441, 5442, 5443) have exhibition casebacks. The only Rolexes that do, afaik

William.L. · 12 January 2018, 06:04 AM

I love them, and think they are cool. I'd love to find a YG one, but I've got a few other watches in line before I do.

alleged · 12 January 2018, 06:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by powerfunk

Does it have a clear caseback? A few Cellini Princes (model 5440, 5441, 5442, 5443) have exhibition casebacks. The only Rolexes that do, afaik

Yes it does, along with a decorated movement.

Uhtred59 · 12 January 2018, 06:37 AM

Make a great dress watch.

vladamir15 · 12 January 2018, 06:40 AM

I would go for it. It's a great reference and has a cool feature of the clear caseback. I heavily doubt it will become a expensive collectable, it would have by now if it was going to. Nonetheless, it would be a cool watch to own.

farscott · 12 January 2018, 06:52 AM

I am a fan of the YG Cellini Prince, and one is on its way to me. I believe you can do better on than a 50% discount on the WG models as I have seen selling prices lower than $7000 from reputable sellers.

I am not sure if it is seasonable or if something else is happening, but it took me longer to find a YG model at a reasonable price than I expected.

It may be collectible due to some unique features like the decorated movement and the exhibition case back, but that is not my reason for purchasing. I think it makes an excellent "does not look like a Rolex, but is a" Rolex with everything that implies about design, build quality, and ease of service.

MrPhatKatt · 15 January 2018, 01:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alleged

I have an opportunity to purchase a NOS Cellini Rolex Prince like this one at a very favorable price. Like 50% off retail.

I'm guessing this watch was not too popular in the marketplace, since it's no longer made.

What do other think of this watch? Is it a dog or a future collectible?

Just got one from SAM's club closing down sale and I'm really taking a shine to it. Lightweight, simple and clean. Unassuming to the eye. Always room for a little negotiation on price. Picture to follow soon but it's the exact model listed.

watchwatcher · 15 January 2018, 01:03 PM

I like it...very cool.

Muzz · 15 January 2018, 01:29 PM

I like them a lot. It is doubtful they would be future collectable but it is a great watch. Also I am a big fan of the clasp..

GradyPhilpott · 15 January 2018, 01:56 PM

The Prince is a prince of a watch.

KeepTheTime · 15 January 2018, 02:05 PM

The Prince is a fantastic watch. Not recognizable to the untrained eye, but still a Rolex and precious metal. And, as powerfunk mentioned, you get a clear view into the movement for once! Go for it, you'll love it!

Rock · 15 January 2018, 08:05 PM

Very fond of the Cellini Prince line.
This is my favourite model. The 5443.

alleged · 18 January 2018, 11:49 AM

I purchased a WG Prince for under $7k online. Just dropped it off with my AD for service -- or else I would post some pics. I definitely will when it comes back!

Personally I think this is an under appreciated value proposition!

encarter13 · 18 January 2018, 11:53 PM

I think it is a great piece! If you feel the same, buy it!

12 January 2018, 06:04 AM	#4
William.L. "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Real Name: William Location: Belleville Mi Watch: 1675 & 16013 Posts: 619	I love them, and think they are cool. I'd love to find a YG one, but I've got a few other watches in line before I do. __________________ Omega Bumper Automatic Rolex Datejust 16013 TT Rolex GMT 1675/3 Tudor GMT Serti GMT

12 January 2018, 06:37 AM	#6
Uhtred59 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Real Name: Ken Location: Europa Watch: 216570 Posts: 693	Make a great dress watch. __________________ "My center is yielding, my right is retreating. Excellent situation, I am attacking" Ferdinand Foch

12 January 2018, 06:40 AM	#7
vladamir15 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: N/A Watch: AP, VC, Breguet Posts: 1,581	I would go for it. It's a great reference and has a cool feature of the clear caseback. I heavily doubt it will become a expensive collectable, it would have by now if it was going to. Nonetheless, it would be a cool watch to own. __________________ The Most Valuable Commodity is Time Audemars, Vacheron, Breguet, Jaquet Droz, JLC, Rolex, Omega, Cartier

15 January 2018, 01:56 PM	#12
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK050 Posts: 34,447	The Prince is a prince of a watch. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

15 January 2018, 08:05 PM	#14
Rock 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Rocky Location: Australia Watch: Grail:Bluesy Posts: 17,844	Very fond of the Cellini Prince line. This is my favourite model. The 5443. __________________ Cellini 4112. Sub 14060M. DJ 16233. Rotherhams 1847 Pocket-watch. Foundation Member of 'Horologists Anonymous' "Hi, I'm Rocky, and I'm a Horologist..."

12 January 2018, 04:41 AM	#2
bobernet "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: Mountains Watch: ALS, AP, PP, Rolex Posts: 2,988	I don’t think it’s a dog, and I doubt it will be a future collectible. Setting that aside, I think it’s a great looking watch. Patek’s Gondolfo, JLC’s Reverso, this Cellini, all have a neat look in the tonneau case style. If you’re not going to sell it, then it makes for an easier decision. If you’re not sure you’ll keep it, get the best price you can because the potential buyer pool is going to be small. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

12 January 2018, 05:11 AM	#3
powerfunk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Rob Location: Boston, MA Watch: 1530 Posts: 3,799	Does it have a clear caseback? A few Cellini Princes (model 5440, 5441, 5442, 5443) have exhibition casebacks. The only Rolexes that do, afaik

12 January 2018, 06:52 AM	#8
farscott "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Scott Location: Dunedin, FL, USA Posts: 134	I am a fan of the YG Cellini Prince, and one is on its way to me. I believe you can do better on than a 50% discount on the WG models as I have seen selling prices lower than $7000 from reputable sellers. I am not sure if it is seasonable or if something else is happening, but it took me longer to find a YG model at a reasonable price than I expected. It may be collectible due to some unique features like the decorated movement and the exhibition case back, but that is not my reason for purchasing. I think it makes an excellent "does not look like a Rolex, but is a" Rolex with everything that implies about design, build quality, and ease of service.

15 January 2018, 01:03 PM	#10
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,002	I like it...very cool.

15 January 2018, 01:29 PM	#11
Muzz "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Steve Location: TO CAD, HCMC VN Watch: MP 18946 Posts: 7,292	I like them a lot. It is doubtful they would be future collectable but it is a great watch. Also I am a big fan of the clasp..

15 January 2018, 02:05 PM	#13
KeepTheTime "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: USA Posts: 51	The Prince is a fantastic watch. Not recognizable to the untrained eye, but still a Rolex and precious metal. And, as powerfunk mentioned, you get a clear view into the movement for once! Go for it, you'll love it!

18 January 2018, 11:49 AM	#15
alleged "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Scott Location: North Shore, MA Watch: 16710, 116200 Posts: 25	I purchased a WG Prince for under $7k online. Just dropped it off with my AD for service -- or else I would post some pics. I definitely will when it comes back! Personally I think this is an under appreciated value proposition!

18 January 2018, 11:53 PM	#16
encarter13 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Real Name: Nick Location: Georgia Posts: 2,613	I think it is a great piece! If you feel the same, buy it! __________________ Instagram - watches_wine

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