22 Diamonds w/Solid Matching Solid 18K
Gold Bracelet!
Petite & Elegant! This stunning solid gold lady's vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre backwind watch with 1/2 carat of genuine diamonds is sure to get noticed wherever you wear it! LeCoultre backwind watches are truly rare and special timepieces. They were some of JLC's top-of-the-line and most expensive watches, because they represented the state-of-the art in miniturization, while providing superior performance to other watches. This watch sold for 4,800 French Francs when new in 1962 (see scan of vintage advertisement). If purchased new today, a similar JLC watch would cost over $20,000.
The "DuoPlan" 2-level construction of these special movements allowed for a larger balance wheel that provided greater accuracy and a larger mainspring that provided longer running time. We're one of the largest collectors/dealers in the world of these vintage backwind watches.
This stunning all-original watch has been well cared for and looks almost like new! Obviously, it spent most of its life tucked away safely in a drawer, unworn. The case and original bracelet are both composed of solid 18 karat white gold. The bezel of the watch is surrounded by 18 fiery white diamonds (VS quality, G-H clarity). Another 4 diamonds grace the lugs for a total of 1/2 carat total weight.
Looking through the clear, scratch-free crystal, you'll see an original (not refinished) pearl white dial with solid white gold applied rivit and and arrowhead hour markers and white gold hands. The watch is powered by it's original 17-jewel caliber 426 Jaeger-LeCoultre backwind movement. The watch winds, sets and runs nicely, though the it hasn't been timed or serviced while in our possession.
This dainty watch measures a petite 13.5mm (about 1/2 inch) across and 22.7mm lug-to-lug. It will fit up to a 6-3/4 inch wrist. It can be lengthened/shortened relatively easily by any local jeweler. The watch weighs 27.4 grams. Don't miss this one!
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We guarantee that our watches and jewelry are exactly
as described. We want you to be 100%
satisfied with your purchase. If you
receive an item and don't wish to keep it,
simply let us know within 7 days of
receipt and we'll arrange to take it back
and issue an immediate 100% refund. It's
that simple! The exception to this rule is
when we list an item "as is" in the text
description (usually parts or salvage
items).
There is no guarantee on "as is"
items and these sales are final. All our
vintage watches are guaranteed to run
unless otherwise stated in the
description, however please assume that
they may require cleaning or adjustment to
keep correct time. If a watch has been
recently serviced or timed while in our
possession, we'll disclose this in the description.
DOMESTIC SHIPPING
Domestic shipping is by Registered U.S.
Postal Priority Mail unless otherwise
noted or requested. All shipments are
insured. The fixed cost for domestic
shipping is $20 USD. Shipping discounts
are available on multiple item
purchases.
INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING
International shipments will shipped via
Insured Fed-Ex or U.S. Postal Express
Mail (where allowed) and will be charged
shipping at our cost (no handling fees).
You can obtain an estimate of
international shipping cost by visiting
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winning bidder at the end of the auction
with the exact shipping cost.
Buyer is
responsible for all duties and taxes. We
will not falsify customs documents.
$2,295 USD!
