When it comes to aesthetics, for some collectors topping the chart of Jaeger-LeCoultre's special vintage wristwatches is the exquisite LeCoultre/Vacheron & Constantin Galaxy Mystery Dial. Named after the way the hour marker mysteriously floats around the dial, seemingly unattached to the rest of the watch yet keeping perfect time, these exceptional wristwatches captivate the imagination.
Adding to its collector rarity, the Galaxy is the only watch in the world signed outwardly by both LeCoultre and Vacheron & Constantin (Vacheron & Constantin and Jeager-LeCoultre shared the same distributorship in the U.S.).
We are pleased to offer this Galaxy in beautiful restored condition. We invested nearly a year in its restoration.
Its case presents beautifully on the wrist. It has one indention in the back and shows only light signs of previously having been polished. Its dial has been expertly restored by one of the leading experts in North America. Its movement is very clean and running strong and true.
One of our watchmakers has disassembled it down to its last screw and cleaned and oiled it making it ready for immediate enjoyment.
We have also installed a new-old-stock mineral glass crystal to give a clear view of the dial to the very edges.
For the finishing touch we have equipped it with a brand new Teju lizard strap making it ready for immediate enjoyment.
Included with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. warranty on the movement and its function, a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate.
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Manufacturer: Jaeger-LeCoultre
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Country of origin: Switzerland, made for the U.S. market
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Serial no.: 1,134,560
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Year built: c. 1956
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Model: LeCoultre/Vacheron & Constantin Galaxy Mystery Dial, ref. 727-722-103D
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Case material: 14K white gold
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Case markings (outside): Vacheron & Constantin - LeCoultre Watches, Inc. (C), 14K Gold, D&A
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Case markings (inside): Cased and Timed in U.S.A by LeCoultre, 777-722-103D, 03527
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Case condition: Presents beautifully on the wrist. It has one indention in the back and shows only light signs of previously having been polished.
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Dimensions: 35mm wide (excluding crown), 41.4mm long lug tip-to-tip
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Dial: Silver, signed LeCoultre, Galaxy mystery dial with 37 high quality diamonds set in white gold, 'floating disks', expertly restored. As is customary with these there are slight spider web lines in the original acrylic floating disks originating from the area around the post. A replacement hub has also previously been installed. Please inquire if you would like it white gold plated.
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Hands: Original, mystery style, two (2) high quality diamonds set in white gold
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Movement type: Jaeger-LeCoultre, Cal. 480/CW, manually wound, rhodium plated, fausses cotes decoration
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Movement markings: LeCoultre Co., Swiss, 480/CW, Seventeen (17) Jewels , Unadjusted
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Jewels: 17 rubies
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Beat frequency: 18,000 BPH
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Band: Teju lizard, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn. We also stock lizard and a variety of others straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested.
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Width between lugs: 18mm
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Crystal type: We have installed a new-old-stock mineral glass crystal to give a clear view of the dial to the very edges.
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Serviced by C.O.T.: Yes, one of our watchmakers has disassembled it down to its last screw and cleaned and oiled it making it ready for immediate enjoyment. We have also installed a new mineral glass crystal to give a clear view of the dial to the very edges.
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Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It is keeping very accurate time. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an experienced team of watchmakers both of whom each have over forty years of experience and a large number of parts.
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Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details.
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Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate
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Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee
We offer a 100%
satisfaction guarantee for all of our watches. If you are in any way
unsatisfied with the watch we will fully refund the purchase price anytime
within 7 days after the watch has been received. Our goal is to exceed our
client's expectations throughout the buying experience.
All watches are packaged carefully and mailed double boxed in specially
constructed, reinforced shipping boxes designed for high value items. All
watches are sent fully insured with signature required. Most of our domestic
shipping is done through FedEx. At times we will also use USPS Express Mail,
and we can accommodate most requests for your preferred carrier.
International shipments are sent USPS International Express Mail or FedEx.
The purchase price will be the declared value of the merchandise on any
required customs forms. The payment of all customs duties, tariffs, and
taxes are the responsibility of the buyer.
Also note that water resistance of vintage watches can no longer be
guaranteed and is not covered under the watch's warranty. We do not
recommend getting a vintage watch wet, even one that was originally designed
to be waterproof.