Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Hong Kong, Oct 26, 2024
LOT 139
A. LANGE & SOHNE, REF. 761.050, RICHARD LANGE TOURBILLON ‘POUR LE MÉRITE’, LIMITED 002/15, 18K HONEY GOLD
HKD 1,100,000 - 2,000,000
EUR 130,000 - 234,000 / CHF 122,000 - 220,000 / USD 142,000 - 258,000
Sold: HKD 1,375,000
An impressive, very fine and limited, 18K honey gold, manual winding tourbillon wristwatch with fusée-and-chain transmission, hand engraved honey gold dial, made a limited edition of 15 pieces in 2011.
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Grade: |
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Case: 1-8 |
As new Slightly scratched |
Movement: 2* |
Very good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 1-01 |
As new HANDS Original |
Brand A. Lange & Sohne
Model Richard Lange Tourbillon ‘Pour le Mérite’
Reference 761.050
Year sold in Jan 2012
Movement No. 88392
Case No. 199952, 02/15
Bracelet 18K honey gold A.Lange & Sohne pin buckle
Diameter 43mm.
Caliber L072.1
Weight 125gr. (approx.)
Signature dial, case and movement
Accessories ALS fitted box, leather travel box, instructions booklet, certificate booklet dated 2012
Notes
The A. Lange & Söhne Ref. 761.050, Richard Lange Tourbillon «Pour le Mérite», is an exceptional timepiece introduced in 2011 as part of a limited edition of 15 pieces. Crafted in 18K honey gold, a patented alloy known for its warm hue and remarkable hardness, this watch exemplifies the pinnacle of horological craftsmanship.
This model features a tourbillon mechanism and a fusée-and-chain transmission, demonstrating extraordinary mechanical ingenuity. The dial, also made of honey gold, is hand-engraved, showcasing the brand’s commitment to artisanal excellence. The watch houses the manually wound L072.1 caliber, comprising 987 parts.
This highly exclusive and sought-after wristwatch stands as a pinnacle achievement in luxury timepieces, its extreme rarity and exceptional craftsmanship making it a true collector’s holy grail.
This model features a tourbillon mechanism and a fusée-and-chain transmission, demonstrating extraordinary mechanical ingenuity. The dial, also made of honey gold, is hand-engraved, showcasing the brand’s commitment to artisanal excellence. The watch houses the manually wound L072.1 caliber, comprising 987 parts.
This highly exclusive and sought-after wristwatch stands as a pinnacle achievement in luxury timepieces, its extreme rarity and exceptional craftsmanship making it a true collector’s holy grail.