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Tudor Prince Oysterdate Quartz Pumpkin Lume (Ref. 91514), 1984

DocumentedDocumented from a dealer's listing; attribution and date as stated by the dealer.
Maker / attribution
Tudor (maker)
Date
1984
Country of origin
Switzerland
Object type
Wristwatch
Dimensions
Case 34 mm
Stock no.
Product 8514737045687
Credit line
Dealer listing, Huntington Company (product 8514737045687)
Catalogue title (original)
1984 Tudor Prince Oysterdate Quartz Pumpkin Lume (Ref. 91514) (English)

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Record summary

Catalogued by Huntington Company (dealer) (stock number Product 8514737045687), this is a wristwatch by Tudor, made in Switzerland, dated 1984. The Atlas places it in the Quartz Revolution period (1969 – 1990) of its Wristwatches collection. Recorded dimensions: Case 34 mm. The record is illustrated with 6 photographs.

Assembled from the source record's structured fields. Dates and attributions are given as the source states them; where a field is missing the Atlas leaves it blank rather than estimating.

Catalogue description

Dealer description — Huntington Company

History and Significance The Tudor Oysterquartz line represents a short but interesting chapter in the brand’s history, introduced as part of the broader industry shift toward quartz technology in the late 1970s and 1980s. While Rolex developed its own Oysterquartz models, Tudor followed with its own interpretation, offering similar styling with more accessible positioning. The ref. 91514 is one of the earliest executions of this concept, featuring the familiar Datejust style layout with an integrated case and bracelet design that reflects the angular aesthetic of the period. Alongside the two tone ref. 91533, it helped define Tudor’s quartz offering at the time. This example stands out for its condition and dial. The lume has aged into a warm pumpkin tone, contrasting nicely against the silver dial and adding depth without overwhelming the clean design. Early examples like this, especially with well preserved dials, are becoming increasingly difficult to find. Writer’s Thoughts The integrated case gives this watch a completely different feel compared to traditional Tudor or Rolex models. It sits flat, wears compact, and feels very much like a product of its time in the best way. The lume is what pulls you in. That warm tone against the silver dial gives it just enough character while still keeping it very wearable day to day. Our Promise Every watch is thoroughly vetted, carefully described with complete transparency, and guaranteed authentic. Each piece is offered in honest condition, ensuring collectors receive a timepiece that reflects both originality and integrity. Specifications Brand: Tudor Model: Prince Oysterdate Quartz (Ref. 91514) Year: 1984 Case Material: Stainless steel Case Size: 34mm Dial: Silver dial with applied indices and pumpkin lume Movement: Quartz Strap/Bracelet: Tudor integrated bracelet Buckle/Clasp: Tudor folding clasp Contents: Watch only Condition Case: Stainless steel case appears very well preserved with light surface wear and strong edges throughout. Dial: Dial is mint with no visible damage, complemented by evenly aged pumpkin lume on the markers. Hands: Hands match the dial well with consistent lume aging. Crystal: Crystal shows light surface wear consistent with age. Strap/Bracelet: Integrated bracelet remains tight and clean with minimal stretch.

Historical context

Quartz Revolution (1969 – 1990)

Seiko's Astron begins mass quartz timekeeping; traditional industries contract sharply.

Quartz and digital watches transformed the market after 1969. Swiss employment collapsed, Japanese and Hong Kong production soared, and the Swatch (1983) helped the Swiss industry recover; mechanical watches survived as luxury goods.

Read the period in the timelineMore wristwatches from this periodEarlier: Modern Mechanical Horology

Atlas type guide

Dive and water-resistant watches

Keeping water and dust out of a wristwatch was a long-standing challenge. Rolex's screw-down Oyster case (1926) and Omega's Marine (1932) were landmarks; in the early 1950s Blancpain's Fifty Fathoms and Rolex's Submariner defined the professional dive watch with rotating bezels for timing dives, luminous dials and high water resistance. The ISO 6425 standard (1982) later codified what a 'diver's watch' must do.

Dive watches became icons of post-war design and exploration, and their evolution — helium escape valves, ceramic bezels, saturation-diving depth ratings — records the history of underwater work.

What to look for

  • Unidirectional or bidirectional rotating bezel with minute markings.
  • Screw-down crown and case back; depth rating printed on the dial.
  • Luminous hands and markers (radium before c. 1960, tritium c. 1960–1998, then Super-LumiNova).
  • Reference numbers on the case between the lugs or inside the back.

Dating clues

  • Screw-down Oyster cases: from 1926.
  • Professional dive watches: from 1953.
  • Tritium 'T' marks on dials: c. 1960–1998.

General guidance written by the Atlas editors about this kind of object. It is not a statement about this particular piece; for that, rely on the source record above and on physical examination.

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