LOT #54152 |
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A. Lange & Söhne, Highly Important Platinum Tourbograph "Pour le Mérite" Limited Edition 36/51, Split-Second Chronograph Tour...
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A. Lange & Söhne, Highly Important Platinum Tourbograph "Pour le Mérite" Limited Edition 36/51, Split-Second Chronograph Tourbillon With Power Reserve Indication, Ref. 702.025F, circa 2009Case: 41.2 mm, platinum, three body, polished and brushed, curved straight lugs, transparent case back secured with screws, rectangular push buttons on the band, sapphire crystals, No. 150036
Dial: satin silver, Arabic numerals, sunk guilloche subsidiary dials for the thirty-minute register and the 36 hour power indicator, outer minute track, outer most 1/5th second divisions, aperture for viewing the one minute tourbillon with diamond end stone, blued steel Alpha hands
Movement: caliber L 903.0, fausses cotes decoration, 41 ruby jewels, gold jewel settings, power equalization with chain and fusee maintaining power and stepped planetary gearing, tourbillon cage with 2 diamond end stones, lateral lever escapement with one-minute tourbillon regulator with equidistant polished three-arm carriage, Glucydur balance adjusted to five positions, hand engraved balance bridge, 1,065 components
Band: original strap and folding platinum buckle
Lot includes outer box, travel pouch, shipping box, special leather embossed Lange & Sôhne presentation box, guarantee certificate and "History of your Watch"book, and instruction/operating book.
The A. Lange & Söhne Tourbograph "Pour le Mérite" is a landmark in German watchmaking, combining three of the most demanding complications: a one-minute tourbillon, power equalization with fusée-and-chain transmission, and split-seconds chronograph. Introduced in 2005, it was the first watch to integrate all three, showcasing Lange's technical mastery.
At its core is the hand-finished calibre L903.0, composed of over 1,065 parts. The fusée-and-chain mechanism alone includes a 15 cm chain made of 600 components, weighing just 0.12 grams yet capable of lifting 2 kg-ensuring consistent torque and precision.
Only 101 pieces were made-51 in platinum, 50 in gold-with just 12 produced annually. Its rarity and engineering excellence make it one of the most coveted timepieces in haute horology.
Condition Report*:
Type: A. Lange & Söhne, Highly Important Platinum Tourbograph "Pour le Mérite" Limited Edition 36/51, Split-Second Chronograph Tourbillon With Power Reserve Indication, Ref. 702.025F, circa 2009
Dial: satin silver, Arabic numerals, sunk guilloche subsidiary dials for the thirty-minute register and the 36 hour power indicator, outer minute track, outer most 1/5th second divisions, aperture for viewing the one minute tourbillon with diamond end stone
Hands: blued steel Alpha hands
Metal: platinum
Case: #No. 150036
Case Info: three body, polished and brushed, curved straight lugs, transparent case back secured with screws, rectangular push buttons on the band, sapphire crystals
Case Width: 41.2 mm
Case Thickness: 15 mm
Watch Movement: caliber L 903.0, fausses cotes decoration, 41 ruby jewels, gold jewel settings, power equalization with chain and fusee maintaining power and stepped planetary gearing, tourbillon cage with 2 diamond end stones, lateral lever escapement with one-minute tourbillon regulator with equidistant polished three-arm carriage, Glucydur balance adjusted to five positions, hand engraved balance bridge, 1,065 components
Band: original strap and folding platinum buckle
Condition: Overall exceptional and very choice condition. Superb dial. Case is excellent with only a few extremely slight small scratches on the sides of the lugs. Near new. Movement runs and sets as it should. Heritage does not guarantee timekeeping accuracy. We always recommend servicing for daily use and timekeeping accuracy.
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and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Heritage. All lots offered are sold "AS IS".
Dial: satin silver, Arabic numerals, sunk guilloche subsidiary dials for the thirty-minute register and the 36 hour power indicator, outer minute track, outer most 1/5th second divisions, aperture for viewing the one minute tourbillon with diamond end stone
Hands: blued steel Alpha hands
Metal: platinum
Case: #No. 150036
Case Info: three body, polished and brushed, curved straight lugs, transparent case back secured with screws, rectangular push buttons on the band, sapphire crystals
Case Width: 41.2 mm
Case Thickness: 15 mm
Watch Movement: caliber L 903.0, fausses cotes decoration, 41 ruby jewels, gold jewel settings, power equalization with chain and fusee maintaining power and stepped planetary gearing, tourbillon cage with 2 diamond end stones, lateral lever escapement with one-minute tourbillon regulator with equidistant polished three-arm carriage, Glucydur balance adjusted to five positions, hand engraved balance bridge, 1,065 components
Band: original strap and folding platinum buckle
Condition: Overall exceptional and very choice condition. Superb dial. Case is excellent with only a few extremely slight small scratches on the sides of the lugs. Near new. Movement runs and sets as it should. Heritage does not guarantee timekeeping accuracy. We always recommend servicing for daily use and timekeeping accuracy.
Auction Info
2025 November 20 Watches & Fine Timepieces Signature® Auction #5574 (go to Auction Home page)
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