Kings & Queens Automatic Multi-Dial 'Regulator Style' Ref. Unknown
Complications Watch / Fashion-Tier Lifestyle Watch · Kings & Queens. This is a private-label fashion brand often sold through European TV shopping channels or online marketplaces like Aukro/eBay. It is categorized as an 'entry-level fashion' brand.
Period: Modern Lifestyle (2010s-Present). It features an eclectic 'Neo-Classical' design that attempts to mimic haute horlogerie aesthetics with multiple sub-registers and a crown logo.
Type
Complications Watch / Fashion-Tier Lifestyle Watch
Brand
Kings & Queens. This is a private-label fashion brand often sold through European TV shopping channels or online marketplaces like Aukro/eBay. It is categorized as an 'entry-level fashion' brand.
Movement
Chinese-made Automatic movement (likely a Tongji/Standard Movement variant). It typically features a low frequency (21,600 bph) and a power reserve of approximately 36-40 hours.
Dimensions
42mm diameter, 14mm thickness, 50mm lug-to-lug, 22mm lug width. It has a large 'oversized' modern presence.
Description
This Kings & Queens timepiece is designed for visual impact, prioritizing a complex-looking dial over traditional horological refinement. It features a regulator-style layout where the primary timekeeping is relegated to the right side of the dial, leaving space for atmospheric complications (temp/humidity) that are rare in mechanical watches. It is a 'lifestyle' piece intended for those who appreciate the look of a complicated mechanical watch at an accessible price point.
Key Features
Mechanical temperature and humidity sensors on the dial, sun/moon phase indicator, and an offset time registration. The distinctive crown brand logo is another primary identifier.
Dial Description
White textured dial with an offset main time display featuring Roman numerals. It includes three sub-dials: a day-night (sun/moon) indicator, a temperature gauge, and a humidity gauge. Leaf-shaped hands in gold/blue tone.
Case Material
Polished base metal or 316L Stainless Steel (likely plated or alloy based on the brand tier), finished with a high-polish shine.
Crystal Type
Mineral glass with a flat profile. It lacks professional AR coating and is prone to surface scratching.
Bezel Details
Fixed, slender polished bezel integrated into the case design for a 'maximized' dial appearance.
Crown & Pushers
Large onion-style push-pull crown at 3 o'clock with integrated pushers at 2 and 4 o'clock for setting the calendar functions.
Bracelet or Strap
Black faux-leather (PU) or embossed calfskin strap with a standard tang buckle in matching polished finish.
Caseback Details
Likely a screw-down exhibition caseback showing an undecorated or lightly striped (Côtes de Genève effect) rotor and movement.
Movement Type
Chinese-made Automatic movement (likely a Tongji/Standard Movement variant). It typically features a low frequency (21,600 bph) and a power reserve of approximately 36-40 hours.
Water Resistance
Rated 3 ATM (30 meters). In practice, this means splash resistant only; it should not be worn while swimming or showering.
Origin & Provenance
Assembled in China. While the 'Service Karte' mentions Germany, the components and movement are sourced from Asian mass-manufacturing hubs.
Age Estimate
Circa 2015-2023. The design and packaging are consistent with recent 'mushroom brand' production cycles.
Cultural Significance
Represents the 'Boutique' or 'Mushroom Brand' era of the 21st century, where mass-produced mechanical movements are housed in elaborate, luxury-mimicking cases for general consumer markets.
Condition Notes
Appears to be New Old Stock (NOS) or Mint in box, as evidenced by the protective plastic wrap still on the case and the presence of the original Service Card.
Value Estimate
$40 - $120 USD. Value is based purely on aesthetic appeal for a buyer rather than investment potential or brand heritage.
Care & Maintenance
Avoid all water contact as seals are often minimal. These movements are generally 'disposable'—meaning the cost of a professional service often exceeds the value of the watch. Store in a dry place to prevent the humidity sensor from seizing.
Similar Watches
Kronen & Söhne, Jaragar, Forsining, and Sugess. These brands all utilize similar Chinese automatic movements with multiple sub-dials.
Interesting Facts
The 'complications' for temperature and humidity on these movements are often calibrated to the movement's bridge tension or a bimetallic strip, though they are frequently criticized for low accuracy compared to digital instruments.