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A. Lange & Söhne - Platinum Case An important, museum-quality and very heavy Glashuette hunting case pocket watch in a platinum case - manufactured in quality 1A; A. Lange & Söhne made only 16 platinum pocket watches in total Movm. No. 12579, Case No. 12579, Dimensions 50 mm, circa 1878, Weight 168 g, Origin Deutschland, Original box Case: Platinum, screwed-on gold monogram with a Baron's crown above, case design "Jürgens", 18 K gold dome, gold crown, pusher, hinge and shackle. Dial: Enamel. Movm.: 3/4 plate movement, lever escapement, gold screw compensation balance. A truly remarkable watch in the history of A. Lange & Söhne. In more than 50 years -and across more than 3,000 Lange & Söhne pocket watches we have auctioned in that time - this is the very first example we have encountered in a platinum case. The whereabouts of the remaining pieces are largely unknown. Owing to its impressive matte grey appearance and remarkable haptics, this watch is unique and represents a true highlight for any collection with a serious interest in Glashütte timepieces. Case: very good. Dial: very good. Movm.: very good, capable of running, cleaning recommended.
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