Signed Longines, Movement No. 5'718'860, Case No. 5'718'860, Circa 1939

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Longines. A Fine 18k Gold Flyback Chronograph Wristwatch
Signed Longines, Movement No. 5'718'860, Case No. 5'718'860, Circa 1939
Cal. 13ZN mechanical jewelled lever movement, silvered dial, Arabic numerals, outer railway minute divisions, outer tachymeter scale calibrated for 400 units, two engine-turned subsidiary dials for 30 minutes and constant seconds, circular case, two rectangular chronograph buttons in the band, hooded lugs, snap on back, case, dial and movement signed
34mm diam.

Provenance

Property of a Descendant of the Original Owner

Special notice

This lot is offered without reserve. Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.

Lot Essay

Accompanied by a Longines Extract from the Archives confirming that the present Longines chronograph wristwatch in 18k gold with caliber 13ZN movement was invoiced on August 17 1939 to the company Weil, which was at that time the firm's agent for Peru. Further accompanied by a Longines presentation box.

The present watch has remained in the original Peruvian family to the present day. It was always valued as a treasure and its stunning condition reflects this.

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