3. Ref. 231.031
A very fine and rare pink gold astronomical wristwatch, made to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Emil Lange's birth, numbered 235 of a limited edition of 250 pieces
1999
36mm diameter
Case, dial and movement signed, case further engraved 235/250
Estimate
$20,000-30,000
Manufacturer: A. Lange & Söhne
Year: 1999
Reference No: 231.031
Movement No: 14'285
Case No: No. 235/250, 124'235
Model Name: 1815 Moonphase
Material: 18k pink gold
Calibre: Manual, cal. L943.1, 26 jewels
Bracelet/Strap: Black A. Lange & Söhne crocodile strap
Clasp/Buckle: 18k pink gold A. Lange & Söhne buckle
Dimensions: 36mm diameter
Signed: Case, dial and movement signed, case further engraved 235/250
Accessories: With A. Lange & Söhne Guarantee Certificate dated 19 September 2000, setting pin, instruction manual, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.
Catalogue Essay
Produced to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Emil Lange’s birth in 1999, the present watch was made in a limited edition of 250 examples in pink gold. The black dial depicts the Big Dipper constellation, which is one of the most distinctive asterisms in the sky. To further highlight the astronomical theme, the hour markers at 3, 6 and 9 o’clock are replaced with applied stars. The moon phase is automatically adjusted twice a day and is exactly calculated to deviate only one day from the moon’s actual orbit in 1,000 years.
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