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IIII is perfectly acceptable notation of the number 4. It's what the Romans themselves would have generally used. However, it's usage on watches is for aesthetic appeal. It gives a sense of balance with the VIII on the other side.

IX is the real oddity as the Romans would have generally used VIIII. However, as with IIII, IX balances with the II on the other side.

The numerals also have a radial balance, such that 1, 2, 3 and 4 are composed entirely of Is, 5, 6, 7 and 8 entirely of I and V, and 9, 10, 11 and 12 entirely of I and X.

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