Purich Mahadamrongkul, Managing Director, Seiko (Thailand) Co., Ltd., reveals “The 84th birthday anniversary of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej on December 5th, 2011 is a most auspicious occasion as it also marks his 7th completion of the 12 zodiac years cycle. Seiko, Alba and Seiko Clocks have sought and graciously been granted the permission to use the 84th birthday anniversary royal insignia on our series of timepieces that represent the collective loyalty of the Thai citizens to our beloved leader. The Seiko watch in 40 mm. stainless steel case will have the royal insignia embossed at the 12 o’clock position. The rose gold colored bezel matches perfectly with the bicolored stainless steel bracelet and the soft-toned genuine leather strap it also comes with. Timekeeping is accurate by the Caliber 4R36 mechanical movement with day and date functions. This movement can be handwound and has an ample power reserve of 41 hours. The production of this 19,500 Baht anniversary watch is limited to 2,555 units with unit number 0001/2555 through 2555/2555 printed on the caseback.”

Alba, another quality Japanese timepiece manufacturer focusing on the trendier side of time, chooses to focus on the number “9” as it is a readily acknowledged reference to His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej –the 9th king of the Chakri Dynasty. Alba’s anniversary wristwatch is produced in a limited edition of 999 units with unit number pronounced on the caseback as 001/999 through 999/999. This watch is exclusively available for 4,950 Baht. Seiko Clocks is joining in on the occasion as well with wall clocks and table clocks elegantly crafted in the traditional Thai porcelain pattern of pink-dominant, five-colored Benjarong, as a well wish to the health of His Majesty. Only 984 rose gold colored table clocks and 2,555 rose gold colored wall clocks are offered at the retail price of 3,500 Baht and 2,500 Baht respectively.

“Loyal subjects of His Majesty are welcome to the booking event on December 1st, 2011 at Bangkok World Watch 2011, Fashion Hall, 1st Floor, The Mall Bangkapi; at Seiko counters inside of leading department stores, and, at authorized dealers across the country. Parts of the proceeds after expense will be presented to His Majesty for future spending at his discretion,” shares Purich in conclusion.