{"product_id":"longines-massive-18k-gold-pocket-watch-grand-prix-paris-1900","title":"Longines Massive 18k Gold Pocket Watch Grand Prix Paris 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003eA rare beautiful Longines in massive 18k Gold Open Face Pocket Watch from 1919 with Longines Archives Extract.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiameter 30 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThickness 8.80 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn very good condition for its age\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fine collector timepiece, a fine gift\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fine, small, keyless, 18K gold openface pocket watch with white enamel dial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFitted with a gilt finish mechanical movement, straight line lever escapement, blued steel Breguet balance spring, index regulator, bi-metallic balance with timing screws, hinged gold cuvette engraved “LONGINES Chronometre Grand Prix Paris 1900”, hinged gold back cover with engraved initials, hinged gold bezel with mineral glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rare opportunity for collectors seeking a century-old masterpiece that remains as relevant and captivating today as it was in 1900.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom a carefully preserved private Swiss collection, this exceptional pocket watch represent a rare opportunity to acquire authentic pieces of horological history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpanning different eras of watchmaking, this marvelous timepiece reflect a period when every movement was assembled and finished largely by hand, long before modern industrial production transformed the art of watchmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece make part of these watches that were created by renowned makers who supplied noble families, royal courts and distinguished gentlemen of their time. Beyond their mechanical beauty, they are true witnesses of the evolution of craftsmanship, precision and decorative arts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany examples feature beautifully engraved cases, enamel work, finely decorated dials and elegant hand-finished movements, showcasing the extraordinary savoir-faire and artistic métiers of their era. Each watch carries its own charm, character and historical presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watch has been carefully stored for decades in a Swiss bank vault and preserved in remarkably well-kept condition considering the age of this historical piece. As with all vintage and historical timepieces, a service is always recommended prior to regular use in order to ensure optimal functioning and preservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a passionate collector, a lover of history, or simply someone seeking an object with soul and provenance, this pocket watch offers the unique chance to own a genuine fragment of horological heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Longines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55529629942136,"sku":null,"price":2800.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/2997\/5259\/files\/Longines_Massive_18k_Gold_Pocket_Watch_Grand_Prix_Paris_1900.jpg?v=1776005020","url":"https:\/\/24time.swiss\/products\/longines-massive-18k-gold-pocket-watch-grand-prix-paris-1900","provider":"24Time","version":"1.0","type":"link"}