Jaeger-LeCoultre. Rare et belle montre bracelet en or blanc 18K (750) rectangulaire réversible mouvement linéaire mécanique
Jaeger-LeCoultre. A Fine and rare 18K white gold manual wind straight line reversible rectangular wristwatch
Model: Grande Reverso 101 Art Déco
Reference: 240.3.70, Limited Edition No.3/5
Date: Purchased 5th November 2011
Movement: 19-jewel Cal.101S manual wind
Dial: Exposed to movement, outer mother-of-pearl flange with onyx baton markers, blued steel sword hands
Case: Brushed and polished reversible rectangular, exhibition back, reeded ends with onyx inserts, inner Art Déco mother-of-pearl and onyx decoration, winding and adjusting, No.2687236
Strap/Bracelet: Black Jaeger-LeCoultre alligator leather
Buckle/Clasp: Signed 18K white gold double folding clasp
Signed: Case & movement
Size: 29mm x 36mm
Weight: 118,51g
Accompaniments: Jaeger-LeCoultre fitted box, Guarantee Certificate, Instructions for use, original purchase receipt, setting tool, magnifying glass, original crown replaced during service, spare black Jaeger-LeCoultre alligator strap, spare black Jaeger-LeCoultre galuchat strap
Footnotes:
The 'Grande Maison of the Vallée de Joux' developed in 1929 the smallest mechanical movement ever made: the Calibre 101, whose 74 components weigh only about 1 gram. A real technical achievement for the time. Jewellery versions have been worn on the most delicate of wrists, such as that of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on the day of her coronation in 1953.

The current example brings this model into the 21st Century in a contemporary sized case with onyx and mother-of-pearl decoration. It provides the calibre 101 with a sumptuous geometric backdrop bordered by the enamelled gadroons of the white gold case. The decoration is a vibrant homage to Art Déco with the contrasting marquetry celebrating the linear, pure and regular forms of this era.
This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y R
Y Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.
R This lot is subject to import restrictions when shipped to the United States.

Movement: Runs when powered at time of cataloguing
Dial: Good
Hands: Good
Glass: Good
Case: Surface scratches throughout, more prominent to bezel and to the edge of the reversible part, consistent with use. Two mother-of-pearl plates missing on the inner case
Strap/Bracelet: Lightly used
Buckle/Clasp: Surface scratches throughout, associated

We do not test any watches for their accuracy and as such timekeeping cannot be guaranteed.

We advise that if you are bidding on a watch, that you or your agents are completely satisfied with the condition of the lot. We recommend that all watches are serviced and polished after the sale as they are handled throughout the viewing period. Please note that although Bonhams endeavour to include reference to any replacement parts within our Condition Reports we cannot confirm that each individual element of the watch is original or that, if replaced, the replacement has been made using original manufacturer's parts.

Please note as the strap of this lot falls under CITEs restrictions we will be unable to ship the strap outside of the EU. The successful buyer is welcome to collect the strap from our salerooms.

Also please note as this lot falls under US import restrictions, we will be unable to ship this lot to the US. The successful buyer is welcome to collect this lot from our salerooms.