This manual wind Longines dress watch from 1953 exemplifies the refined mid-century design that the brand is known for. With its solid 18ct gold case and striking waffle-textured dial, it captures the elegance and technical excellence of Longines during the post-war era. The sub-seconds display at six o’clock, paired with faceted gold indices, gives the watch a balanced and timeless aesthetic.
Year: 1953
Case Material: 18ct yellow gold
Dial: White waffle-textured dial with applied gold indices, small seconds at 6 o’clock
Movement: Manual-wind Cal. 23z
Case Size: 34mm (approx.)
Crystal: Acrylic
Bracelet/Strap: Brown leather strap
Condition: The dial shows patina and spotting consistent with age; case remains well preserved with light signs of wear. There is no engraving to the rear.
Supplied with a high quality coffin-style presentation box from a renowned jewellers
Founded in 1832 in Saint-Imier, Switzerland, Longines is one of the world’s oldest watch manufacturers still in continuous operation. Known for its winged hourglass logo, the brand built its reputation on precision and innovation, particularly in timing sporting events and aviation exploits. By the mid-20th century, Longines had become synonymous with refined dress watches and reliable tool watches, producing a wide range of models with distinctive case designs and dials. e.
This manual wind Longines dress watch from 1953 exemplifies the refined mid-century design that the brand is known for. With its solid 18ct gold case and striking waffle-textured dial, it captures the elegance and technical excellence of Longines during the post-war era. The sub-seconds display at six o’clock, paired with faceted gold indices, gives the watch a balanced and timeless aesthetic.
Year: 1953
Case Material: 18ct yellow gold
Dial: White waffle-textured dial with applied gold indices, small seconds at 6 o’clock
Movement: Manual-wind Cal. 23z
Case Size: 34mm (approx.)
Crystal: Acrylic
Bracelet/Strap: Brown leather strap
Condition: The dial shows patina and spotting consistent with age; case remains well preserved with light signs of wear. There is no engraving to the rear.
Supplied with a high quality coffin-style presentation box from a renowned jewellers
Founded in 1832 in Saint-Imier, Switzerland, Longines is one of the world’s oldest watch manufacturers still in continuous operation. Known for its winged hourglass logo, the brand built its reputation on precision and innovation, particularly in timing sporting events and aviation exploits. By the mid-20th century, Longines had become synonymous with refined dress watches and reliable tool watches, producing a wide range of models with distinctive case designs and dials. e.
