Leonidas - The Hong Kong Watch Auction: XVII Hong Kong Friday, November 24, 2023 | Phillips
  • Manufacturer: Leonidas
    Year: Circa 1950
    Case No: 547’114
    Material: Stainless steel
    Calibre: Manual, cal. Valjoux 88, 17 jewels
    Bracelet/Strap: Stainless steel bracelet, max length 185mm
    Clasp/Buckle: Stainless steel deployant clasp
    Dimensions: 35mm diameter
    Signed: Dial signed

  • Catalogue Essay

    Founded in 1841, Leonidas started producing watches in Switzerland, gaining a reputation for quality chronographs. In the early 20th century, Leonidas supplied chronograph watches to military forces, especially the Italian navy during World War I. The present triple calander chronograph from circa 1950, housed in a refined 35mm stainless steel case, distils the essence of classic mid-20th century style.

    The sleek two-tone silver dial provides a stage for triple calendar displays and bold subdials. An Italian day and month aperture at 12 o’clock tops moon phases indication at 6, while small seconds and 30-minute counters at 3 and 9 track time with symmetry. Gilt dot hour markers, leaf hands and a red crescent tipped date hand provide optimal legibility.

    Leonidas showcases its heritage of quality Swiss watchmaking with this triple calendar chronograph, its mechanisms driving functions both practical and poetic. Bathed in mid-century charm, this rare and well-preserved complication offers enduring appeal for the discerning wearer.

Property from an Important Asian Collector

987

Lot offered with No Reserve

A very rare and well-preserved stainless steel triple calendar chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, moon phases and Italian calendar

Circa 1950
35mm diameter
Dial signed

Estimate
HK$30,000 - 50,000 
€3,600-6,100
$3,800-6,400

Sold for HK$20,320

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The Hong Kong Watch Auction: XVII

Hong Kong Auction 24-25 November 2023