ca. 1960s Longines 10K White Gold Filled Ref. 3217
Overall Notes: - Cosmetic Condition: B- (Heavily worn, with significant dial deterioration, finish loss on the case and bracelet, and patina consistent with its vintage era). - The watch is in working condition, with all functions operational. - All components are original Longines, fitted on a period-correct white gold-filled mesh bracelet that is likely original to the watch.
Operating State: - The movement has been serviced. - Keeping time.
Specifications: - Caliber: Longines 847.4 Manual Wind Movement - Case Diameter: 23x28mm - Lug Width: 18mm - Thickness: 8mm - Lug-to-Lug Distance: 37mm - Bracelet fits a wrist of max. approx. 19 cm
Condition Notes: - Case: Heavy wear throughout. The white gold-filled finish shows scratching on the bezel and mid-case sides, with visible plating loss on the crown-side flank and on the stepped lugs. Caseback shows light brushed-surface scratches and a small mark at the case opening notch. - Dial: The black oval center shows extensive age-related deterioration, with heavy spotting and flaking across the surface and green oxidation spots near 12 o'clock. The silvered Florentine-textured surround is in better condition, with some discoloration toward the edges and corners. Diamond-set marker at 12 intact. - Hands: Silver-toned hands intact and functional, with light tarnishing. - Crystal: Raised acrylic crystal with light scratches and some yellowing toward the edges, no cracks or chips. - Bracelet: Wear consistent with age, with green oxidation and plating loss on the end pieces and along the edges. Clasp functional, with light surface wear.
Details: - 10K White Gold Filled Rectangular Case with Stepped Lugs - 10K White Gold Filled Snap-On Caseback - Black Oval Dial Set Within a Square Silvered Florentine-Textured Surround - Signed "LONGINES" on Dial - Single Diamond Set in an Applied Shield-Shaped Marker at 12 O'Clock - Silver-Toned Sword-Style Hour and Minute Hands - Period-Correct White Gold-Filled Mesh Bracelet with Fitted End Pieces, Likely Original to the Watch - Signed Fold-Over Clasp
