Besides representing the state-of-the-art in miniaturization technology, they also possessed the greatest level of artistic refinement, concealing their winding crowns beneath the case back to avoid disrupting the watch's perfect purity and full symmetry.
The gorgeous ladies wristwatch featured in today's offering is a pleasing example of one of these watches. Unlike most of these watches found in the States which were made for the U.S. market, this is a true Swiss creation, fully made and assembled at the JLC factory in Vallée de Joux.
We were fortunate to acquire if in all original condition. It has a refined elegance and is fully LeCoultre down to the bracelet, hands, winding crown and even the three gold screws that are often lost that hold the back and crown in place.
Its six original diamonds tastefully accent the case and the beautiful rope style bracelet.
Its case is in excellent condition with light wear. Its dial is untouched and warmed to a sepia tone, giving it a true vintage look - please inquire if you would like it expertly restored.
The aging on the dial is much less perceptible in person than in the photos - the watch is quite small, only 14mm wide, so the photos are quite magnified.
One of our watchmakers has disassembled it down to its last screw and cleaned and oiled it making it ready for immediate enjoyment.
Included with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. international warranty on the movement and its function and a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity.
- Manufacturer: Jaeger-LeCoultre
- Country of origin: Switzerland, made for the U.S. market
- Year built: c. 1960's
- Functions: Hours and Minutes
- Designed for: Women
- Case material: 18K gold
- Case condition: Excellent condition with light wear. It still retains perfect unpolished hallmarks.
- Dimensions: 14mm wide (excluding crown), 21mm long lug tip-to-tip
- Dial: Silver (originally - now warmed to a sepia tone), dart and Arabic applique gold indexes, signed Jaeger-LeCoultre, original. Please inquire if you would like it expertly restored. The aging on the dial is much less perceptible in person than in the photos - the watch is quite small, only 14mm wide, so the photos are quite magnified.
- Hands: Original, gold, 'epees'
- Movement type: High-grade LeCoultre caliber 426, rhodium plated, backwound, monometallic balance, self-compensating flat balance spring
- Jewels: 16 rubies
- Band: Original, integrated to the case, 18K gold, rope style, sized to fit a wrist up to approx. 6.5 inches, excellent condition
- Crystal type: Acrylic, new-old-stock
- Serviced: One of our watchmakers has disassembled it down to its last screw and cleaned and oiled it. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an experienced team of watchmakers both of whom each have over forty years of experience and a large number of parts.
- Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email [email protected] for details.
- Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate
- Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee
