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JAEGER-LECOULTRE
Reverso Platinum Number Two (*sales commission 26% excl. VAT / 31.2% incl. VAT)
Fees include commission and taxes.
Reverso Platinum Number Two (*sales commission 26% excl. VAT / 31.2% incl. VAT)
Ref. 270.6.48 Limited
Edition No. 278/500
Circa 2004 Reversible platinum
(950) wristwatch with tourbillon and power reserve
Case: rectangular, double-sided, transparent back with screw-down clasp on the side, signed and numbered
Dial: two-tone grey and white, stylised Arabic numerals, railway-track minute track in the centre, small seconds at 6 o’clock with power reserve indicator between 10 and 2 o’clock, signed
Movement: mechanical, hand-wound manufacture calibre fitted with a tourbillon regulator escapement, meticulous finishing visible through the transparent sapphire caseback, showcasing the watchmaking expertise of the ‘Grande Maison’, calibre 848, 25 jewels, signed
Strap / Clasp: leather with a platinum (950) folding clasp, signed
Dimensions: 26 x 42 mm Gross
weight: 112.3 g
Accessories: Presentation box, outer box, duplicate of the original invoice dated 12 June 2004, a magnifying glass and a pair of white gloves
*PLEASE NOTE: the rate of 19.2% (including VAT) applies only to classic cars.
The successful bidder must pay, in addition to the hammer price, the following buyer’s fees per lot:
- For sales in the Watches and Leather Goods departments (degressive fees):
• 26% excl. VAT + VAT at the current rate, i.e. 31.2% incl. VAT on the first €900,000
• 23% excl. VAT + VAT at the current rate, i.e. 27.6% incl. VAT on amounts exceeding €900,001
The Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Platinum Number Two: a Technical
Masterpiece This Reverso represents the culmination of the Joux Valley Manufacture’s watchmaking expertise. Limited to 500 pieces, it combines the iconic Reverso flip-over case with one of watchmaking’s most prestigious complications: the tourbillon.
The Reverso Case: An Art Deco Legacy
Created in 1931, the Reverso concept was born from a request by British officers stationed in India, who wished to protect their watch crystals during polo matches. The flipping mechanism allows the dial to be concealed, revealing a customisable caseback.
In this platinum version, the case embodies all the nobility of this precious metal. Platinum, denser and rarer than gold, gives the watch a substantial weight and an incomparable presence on the wrist.
The Tourbillon: An Exceptional Complication
The tourbillon, invented by Abraham-Louis Breguet in 1795, is one of the most fascinating horological complications; it was patented on 7 Messidor Year IX (26 June 1801). This technical feat involves placing the escapement and balance wheel within a rotating cage that completes a full rotation in one minute.
Principle and Function of the Tourbillon
The original purpose of the tourbillon was to counteract the effects of Earth’s gravity on the movement’s accuracy, particularly in pocket watches carried vertically. Although this function is more visual in wristwatches, the tourbillon remains a symbol of horological excellence.
The hypnotic rotation of the tourbillon cage offers a mechanical spectacle of striking beauty. Every component of this complication requires exceptional craftsmanship and extremely precise manufacturing tolerances.
Calibre 848: Manufacture Excellence
This hand-wound mechanical movement, fitted with 25 jewels, perfectly illustrates Jaeger-LeCoultre’s technical mastery. The Manufacture develops and produces this calibre entirely in-house, guaranteeing exemplary quality and reliability.
A Collector’s Piece
This Reverso Platinum Number Two is designed for the most discerning collectors. Its rarity, prestigious complication and platinum case make it an exceptional timepiece destined to be passed down through the generations. The inclusion of the presentation box and duplicate certificate of authenticity significantly enhances the heritage value of this watch.