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A. Lange & Söhne
Ref. 101.021
Lange 1
A highly rare, early and attractive yellow gold wristwatch with "small MIG" dial, guarantee and presentation box
- Estimate
- CHF10,000 - 20,000$10,000 - 20,000€10,300 - 20,600
CHF30,240
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- A. Lange & Söhne
- Year
- 2001
- Reference No
- 101.021
- Movement No
- 22'978
- Case No
- 130'909
- Model Name
- Lange 1
- Material
- 18K yellow gold
- Calibre
- Manual, cal. L901.0, 53 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- Alligator
- Clasp/Buckle
- 18K yellow gold A. Lange & Söhne buckle
- Dimensions
- 38.5mm Diameter
- Signed
- Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
- Accessories
- Accompanied by A. Lange & Söhne Guarantee Certificate dated October 09, 2001, product literature, presentation box and outer packaging.
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Catalogue Essay
The A. Lange & Söhne Lange 1 displaying eccentric time and seconds with an asymmetrically positioned large date window and power reserve at 3 o’clock is one of the most immediately recognizable Lange models. It was among the first models the firm presented when re-opening in 1994 and immediately captivated the hearts and minds of the public. It is now one of the cornerstones of the brand.
Bought by the present consignor from the original owner in Switzerland, this early reference 101.021 is distinguished by its excellent condition and the presence of its original guarantee, stating the watch was sold in 2001 in Madrid. The case is preserved in original condition and all hallmarks and case numbers are sharp and deep. Most notably, it displays the original and early dial, known as "Small MIG", where "Made in Germany" is printed in smaller font without serifs - this dial variation is particularly sought after among collectors.
Bought by the present consignor from the original owner in Switzerland, this early reference 101.021 is distinguished by its excellent condition and the presence of its original guarantee, stating the watch was sold in 2001 in Madrid. The case is preserved in original condition and all hallmarks and case numbers are sharp and deep. Most notably, it displays the original and early dial, known as "Small MIG", where "Made in Germany" is printed in smaller font without serifs - this dial variation is particularly sought after among collectors.
A. Lange & Söhne
German | 1845Originally founded in 1845 by Ferdinand Adolph Lange in Glashütte, Dresden, Germany, the firm established an entire watchmaking culture and industry in Glashütte. The brand quickly became Germany's finest watchmaker, first creating dependable, easy-to-repair watches before going on to produce some of the world's finest complicated pocket watches, including Grande Sonnerie watches, tourbillon watches and Grande Complications.
On the final day of World War II, their factories were destroyed by Russian bombers, and in 1948 the brand was confiscated by the Soviet Union. Following the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1990, Ferdinand's great grandson Walter Lange re-established the brand with the objective to once again produce top-quality luxury watches. Now part of the Richemont Group, its original vintage and modern creations are highly coveted by collectors. Key models from the modern era include the Lange 1, Pour Le Mérite Tourbillon and the Zeitwerk.
Browse MakerOn the final day of World War II, their factories were destroyed by Russian bombers, and in 1948 the brand was confiscated by the Soviet Union. Following the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1990, Ferdinand's great grandson Walter Lange re-established the brand with the objective to once again produce top-quality luxury watches. Now part of the Richemont Group, its original vintage and modern creations are highly coveted by collectors. Key models from the modern era include the Lange 1, Pour Le Mérite Tourbillon and the Zeitwerk.