46 Longines Extremely Rare and Sought After, Mono-pusher Chronograph Wristwatch in Yellow Gold, With Multi Scale Dial, Reference 4971

Estimate: €1,000 –⁠ 2,000

Model: Monopusher Chronograph
Reference: 4971
Case Material: Yellow Gold
Bracelet Material: Leather Strap
Year: 1942
Movement: Manual
Caliber: 12.68Z
Case N°: 6165782
Movement N°: 6165782
Dimensions: 32 mm
Signed: Dial, Movement and Case
Accessories: Extract from the Archives

The demand for luxurious, reliable cases with refined aesthetics led Longines to favor yellow gold, resulting in sophisticated and elegant creations like the one presented here. This watch, crafted entirely from yellow gold, features a rounded bezel and snapback case, showing minimal signs of wear. The band houses the winding crown and a single rectangular pusher to activate the chronograph complication, a feature highly esteemed by collectors. Over time, the argenté color of the dial has evolved into a magnificent light cream, complemented by an outer blue tachymeter scale and a red telemeter scale. The dial also showcases inner Arabic five-minute divisions, black Arabic numerals, blue steel hands, and a constant seconds sub-dial at 6 o’clock. Powering this exquisite timepiece is the renowned Longines caliber 12.68 Z, further enhancing its desirability among horology enthusiasts.