Petite & Elegant! This stunning solid gold lady's vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre backwind watch is sure to get noticed wherever you wear it! LeCoultre backwind watches are truly 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. 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 watch has never been polished and the case edges are factory crisp and unbuffed. The case and original integrated link band are both composed of solid 18 karat rose gold. Unlike yellow gold, rose gold has a larger percentage of copper in the gold alloy that gives it a warm reddish hue. The rose gold versions of this watch were made in much smaller numbers than yellow gold or white gold and they're much more desirable for this reason.

The round solid 18 karat gold case and band are original to the watch and the gold hallmarks show that this watch was originally produced for the British market. The case is beautifully mirror polished throughout. You'll notice that the winding crown is located on the back of the watch instead of on the side, as with most watches. This gives the watch a much more refined look and is part of the DuoPlan design that gives the watch superior accuracy and power reserve.

Looking through the clear, scratch-free crystal, you'll see an original (not refinished) pearl white dial with solid gold applied numerals and arrowhead hour markers and gold hands. Everything is shiny and pristine. 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 will fit up to a 6-1/4 inch wrist. It can be lengthened relatively easily by any local jeweler simply by extending the "ladder" on the clasp or can be shortened by removing links. The watch weighs 20.7 grams. Don't miss this one!

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GUARANTEES
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 $12 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 www.fedex.com or www.usps.com. We will e-mail the 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.

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