Jaeger-LeCoultre Rose Gold Power Reserve Fancy Lugs Vintage 1951 Archive Extract

A fine and rare vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre Rose Gold Fancy Lugs Power Reserve Vintage from year 1951 with Archive Extract, in excellent condition

Movement: hand wound movement, signed Jaeger- LeCoultre

Caliber 481, 17 jewels

Case: 14k Rose Gold, 34.5 mm, signed Jaeger- LeCoultre

Dial: Black Dial, signed Jaeger- LeCoultre

Bracelet: Black Leather

Year:1951

Papers:  Jaeger-LeCoultre Archive Extract

Condition: This example is in overall excellent original condition, working

A masterpiece of mid-century elegance, this Jaeger-LeCoultre Rose Gold Power Reserve from 1951 stands among the most refined and collectible wristwatches of its era. Confirmed by the accompanying Jaeger-LeCoultre Archive Extract, this timepiece embodies the maison’s exceptional craftsmanship during a golden age of Swiss watchmaking.

The 18k rose gold case, warm and sophisticated, is defined by its beautifully sculpted fancy lugs—a hallmark of early 1950s design and one of the most sought-after case executions among collectors. The lugs flow gracefully into the case, giving the watch a sculptural presence on the wrist and elevating it far beyond the classic dress watch aesthetic.

At the heart of the dial lies one of Jaeger-LeCoultre’s signature complications of the period: the power reserve indicator. Positioned with perfect symmetry and framed by elegant applied markers, it adds functional sophistication while showcasing the maison’s technical innovation. The dial layout is pure 1950s poetry—balanced, understated, and quietly luxurious, with the subtle patina earned over more than seven decades.

Powered by a beautifully engineered mechanical movement from one of the most respected manufactures in horology, this watch represents both artistry and mechanical excellence. Its proportions, refined and timeless, make it as wearable today as it was upon leaving Le Sentier in 1951.

The presence of the JLC Archive Extract further enhances its importance, certifying its originality and historical significance—an invaluable asset for collectors of early post-war Jaeger-LeCoultre.

Elegantly rare, mechanically captivating, and aesthetically distinguished, this 1951 rose gold Jaeger-LeCoultre with fancy lugs and power reserve is a true collector’s treasure and a highlight in any curated vintage watch collection.

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