Jaeger-LeCoultre
Reference 270.2.68 Reverso Tourbillon | A limited edition pink gold reversible tourbillon wristwatch with power reserve indication, Circa 1993
Auction Closed
December 8, 10:03 PM GMT
Estimate
20,000 - 40,000 USD
Lot Details
Description
Dial: silvered guilloché, reverse is skeletonized
Caliber: cal. 828 mechanical, 27 jewels
Movement number: 2'618'383
Case: 18k pink gold, reversible
Case number: no. 489/500
Closure: 18k pink gold Jaeger-LeCoultre folding clasp
Size: 42 x 26 mm
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: yes
Papers: yes
Accessories: Jaeger-LeCoultre presentation box, limited edition bi-fold confirming the individual numbering of the piece as 489/500, Operating Instructions booklet, booklets, a pair of gloves, and hangtag
The Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso is an enduring icon, cherished by both men and women. To celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Reverso, originally launched in 1931, the Maison released a limited six-model series in 1991, showcasing major complications in larger pink-gold cases. The series began with the '60ème' featuring power reserve and date in 1991, designed by Daniel Wild; followed by this Tourbillon in 1993 by Sylvain Golay; a Minute Repeater in 1994 by Eric Coudray; a Retrograde Chronograph in 1996 by Manuel Guerin; the Géographique ‘World Time’ Duoface in 1998 by Philippe Vandel; and a Perpetual Calendar in 2000 by Rachel Torresani.
This Reverso Tourbillon is number 489 of 500 limited edition pieces. The rectangular reversible case presents a silvered engine-turned dial on one side, while the reverse reveals a sapphire crystal showcasing the exquisite tourbillon carriage alongside a power reserve indicator. Preserved in very good overall condition and complete with its full set of accessories, this remarkable Reverso Tourbillon is a highly coveted treasure for Jaeger-LeCoultre collectors.