940Σ︎
Longines
Ref. 3474
An attractive and rare yellow gold chronograph wristwatch with “glossy” black dial and tachymeter scale
Estimate
HK$150,000 - 200,000
€16,200 - 21,600
$19,200 - 25,600
Sold For
HK$189,000
Lot Details
Manufacturer
Longines
Year
1940
Reference No
3474
Movement No
5’827’616
Case No
5’827’616
Material
18K yellow gold
Calibre
Manual, cal. 13ZN, 17 jewels
Bracelet/Strap
Crocodile
Clasp/Buckle
Gilt pin buckle
Dimensions
34mm diameter
Signed
Case, dial, movement and clasp signed
Accessories
Delivered with Longines Extract from the Archives confirming the production of the present timepiece and invoiced on 30th June 1940 to the company Wirth in Switzerland.
Specialist
Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
The present timepiece is a perfect example of the enigmatic style of the 1940s chronograph wristwatch. Regarded as one of the most important manufacturers of chronograph wristwatches at the time, Longines first introduced their in-house cal. 13.33Z in 1913 featuring a Breguet hairspring beating at 18,000 vph. In 1936, the firm introduced arguably their most important chronograph cal. 13ZN.
The present Longines ref. 3474 from 1940 powered by cal. 13ZN is a wonderful example encased in an 18K yellow gold 34mm diameter case with a “glossy” black dial with gilt text. Extremely attractive, the combination of the yellow gold case contrasted against a black gilt dial is always desirable. Exuding strong vintage aura and confirmed by a Longines Extract from the Archives, the present example will surely please aficionados of vintage chronograph timepieces.
The present Longines ref. 3474 from 1940 powered by cal. 13ZN is a wonderful example encased in an 18K yellow gold 34mm diameter case with a “glossy” black dial with gilt text. Extremely attractive, the combination of the yellow gold case contrasted against a black gilt dial is always desirable. Exuding strong vintage aura and confirmed by a Longines Extract from the Archives, the present example will surely please aficionados of vintage chronograph timepieces.
Longines
Swiss | 1832Auguste Agassiz founded Longines in 1832, and today is considered to be a pioneer in the evolution of the chronograph. During the 1930s, Longines' chronograph wristwatches were used as tools for wartime aviators and military personnel. As one of Switzerland's largest manufacturers, Longines was an important supplier of wristwatches to militaries of multiple nations.
Today, they are owned by the Swatch Group and produce wristwatches for both men and women. Their vintage wristwatches continue to grow in desirability amongst collectors. Some of the most sought-after models include such oversized chronographs as the Lindbergh Hour Angle designed by Charles Lindbergh, Chronostop, Tre Tacche, A-7, Tasti a Spillo and Doppia Lanchetta.