Much like the brand’s iconic Reverso, Jaeger-LeCoultre is revered for elegant, understated ingenuity. With over 1,000 movements and innumerable patents to its name, many of which have been employed by such brands as Patek Philippe and Cartier, Jaeger-LeCoultre is one of the most technically savvy watchmakers in history. Founded by Charles-Antoine LeCoultre in 1833 (the company didn’t merge with Edmond Jaeger until 1937), LeCoultre set a precedent for pioneering mechanics. In 1844 he invented the Millionmeter, a measuring device of unparalleled accuracy, and in 1847 he debuted the world’s first keyless watch — technologies that paved the way for watches as we know them today. In the early 20th century, the firms of Jaeger and LeCoultre collaborated on a series of impressive works: the Atmos clock, which operates on energy generated by atmospheric pressure changes rather than human winding, and the Caliber 101, the world’s smallest mechanical movement. Their greatest breakthrough, though, came in 1931 with the Reverso. Designed as a practical solution for British polo players whose watch crystals were susceptible cracking during games, the Reverso featured a mechanism that allowed the watch face to swivel around leaving the stainless steel back on display. More than mere utility, the Reverso epitomized Art Deco design. Its sleek, graphic lines make it one of the most beloved watches to this day. Some of Jaeger-LeCoultre’s other marquee creations include the Memovox, the first mechanical watch equipped with an alarm function, the Geophysic, a superlatively durable chronometer released in 1958, and the rare Grande Complication series. From tourbillons and minute-repeaters to Reversos boasting three faces, Jaeger LeCoultre’s timepieces distill form and function to yield watches that epitomize the art of horology.

Jaeger-LeCoultre

Important Watches

Dial: black Caliber: Tavannes cal. 064 mechanical, 15 jewels Movement number: 230'767 Case: stainless steel, reversible Case number: inside bezel is stamped 555, outer case back, movement carrier and inside case back stamped 8555 Size: 38.5 x 23 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Box: no Papers: no

View 1 of Lot 42: Reverso Standard | An early stainless steel reversible wristwatch, Circa 1931

reverso standard | an early stainless steel reversible wristwatch, circa 1931

Includes <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/watches/watch?waysToBuy=buyNow&amp;creators=Jaeger-LeCoultre" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jaeger-LeCoultre</a> box.

Reverso Florale (Reference 265.8.08). A 33mm stainless steel diamond set quartz wristwatch.

Includes <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/watches/watch?waysToBuy=buyNow&amp;creators=Jaeger-LeCoultre" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jaeger-LeCoultre</a> box, card, and hang tag.

Reverso Duoface (Reference Q3848422). A 47mm stainless steel manual wind wristwatch with 24 hour-format. 2024

Includes <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/watches/watch?waysToBuy=buyNow&amp;creators=Jaeger-LeCoultre" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jaeger-LeCoultre</a> box, card, and stylus setting tool.

Master Control Calendar Limited Edition (Reference Q4148480). A 40mm stainless steel automatic wristwatch with date, day, month, and moon phase. 2023

Includes <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/watches/watch?waysToBuy=buyNow&amp;creators=Jaeger-LeCoultre" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jaeger-LeCoultre</a> card and presentation non-Jaeger-LeCoultre box.

Master Ultra Thin (Reference Q1362510). A 39mm rose gold automatic wristwatch with date and moon phase. 2021

A classic design originally dedicated to polo players, the present Reverso features a silvered dial with a solid back on the other side.

Reverso (Reference 250.2.86). A rose gold mechanical wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 2000

Includes <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/watches/watch?waysToBuy=buyNow&amp;creators=Jaeger-LeCoultre" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jaeger-LeCoultre</a> undated papers and presentation non-Jaeger-LeCoultre box.

Grande Reverso (Reference Q3732520). A 48.5mm rose gold manual wind wristwatch.

Master Ultra Thin Special Edition (Reference 174.2.37.S). A 40mm rose gold automatic wristwatch with date.

Includes <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/watches/watch?waysToBuy=buyNow&amp;creators=Jaeger-LeCoultre" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jaeger-LeCoultre</a> box and card.

Polaris (Reference Q908263J). A 42mm rose gold automatic wristwatch with date, day, month, year, moon phase, and perpetual calendar. 2025

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Rendez-Vous is a distinguished timepiece meticulously crafted in pink gold. Its diamond-set bezel exudes luxury and sophistication. The rich red celestial dial features an intricate night sky design, adding a unique and captivating element.&nbsp;

Rendez-Vous (Reference Q3482560). A 37.5mm rose gold diamond-set automatic wristwatch with celestial dial. 2015

Results for "jaeger lecoultre"