LONGINES Serial number 37XXXXXXX. 9541465 self-winding movement. Shaped 14kt rose gold case measuring 26x31mm and hinged lugs. Dial "tapisserie" with gold-rolled baton hour markers. Hours and minutes at center. Small seconds at 6 a.m. Bracelet and clasp not original. Snap-in 14kt rose gold case back. Plexiglas glass. c. 1970. Watch in excellent overall condition. Hallmarked. At the time of cataloging the watch appears to be running, but the movement has not been tested for time accuracy.

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