| Author | Message | ||
     marcrolland Unregistered guest Rating: N/A |
Hello, I'd like some information on a JL watch that came to me with family items. Rectangular art deco style in 18k gold (Helvetia hallmark), mechanical, serial number A798572. The hours are indicated with slashes only, and there is no seconds hand; Jaeger-LeCoultre inscribed on the face. Any idea about the year it was made, approximate value (the face needs cleaning, but perfect working order)? Thanks | ||
| Zaf Moderator Username: Zaf Post Number: 1672 Registered: 05-2003 Rating: N/A |
Hard to say w/o photo. | ||
| marcrolland Unregistered guest Rating: N/A |
Ooops-scan is too big and I'll have to wait for tomorrow to shrink it, 'cause the machine is too noisy and it's past midnight over here. Thanks for your attention | ||
| Zaf Moderator Username: Zaf Post Number: 1673 Registered: 05-2003 Rating: N/A |
Yes, by all means keep it screen size, thanks. | ||
| marcrolland Unregistered guest Rating: N/A |
Hello-still not very scan-literate, but here's a try...  | ||
| Ilja Probst Moderator Username: Ilja Post Number: 171 Registered: 05-2003 Rating: N/A |
Looks like a late 50s or more likely 60s watch. Check for movement serial#, than me can date it. Should be worth $600 - $900. Ilja | ||
| marcrolland Unregistered guest Rating: N/A |
Thanks, The movement serial is:1367112. I wonder how I can clean the slight darkenings on the face. The movement runs perfectly and keeps good time. Marc | ||
| Zaf Moderator Username: Zaf Post Number: 1677 Registered: 05-2003 Rating: N/A |
The watch movement dates to late 1958. I'd avoid "cleaning" the dial unless you know what you are doing. | ||
| marcrolland Unregistered guest Rating: N/A |
Many thanks-so the model isn't particularly valuable, but so practical that I think I'll wear it! Marc |