1938 Ulysse Nardin Chronograph 'Chronomètre' - 18k Solid pink gold
An extremely rare 1938 Ulysse Nardin chronograph 'Chronomètre' in 18k Solid Pink Gold
WHY IS THIS WATCH SPECIAL
This particular very well preserved timepiece is powered by the upgraded Valjoux 22 GHT caliber, this movement is a milestone in the horological world. Introduced in 1928 this movement was manufactured until 1974, this longevity says it all about the performance. We are proud to offer for sale a stunning and clean example of this extremely rare 18k solid pink gold cased chronometer with articulated lugs and 'Olive' Pushers.
Mat silver with painted Arabic numerals + auxiliary seconds and 30 minutes register dials, outer pulsometer graduation for 30 pulsations, concentric, the tachometric scale. "Baton" blued steel hands. M. 13"' rhodiumed, 17 jewels, lever escapement, monometallic balance, self-compensating Breguet balance-spring. Dial, case and movement signed.
The vast majority of the high-end competitor's chronographs were manufactured in yellow gold.
This amazingly attractive case was manufactured by Ed. & Ch. Nardin (Hammer hallmark 143).
THE STORY
Over the 19th and 20th centuries, Ulysse Nardin earned an exceptional reputation as a master of deck chronometers for naval forces around the world. The accuracy of these instruments was crucial for calculating longitude to determine the ship’s position at sea.
The House won awards for its excellence at the time and supplied its inventions to over 50 navies, geodesy institutes and astronomical observatories. Ulysse Nardin’s pocket chronometers were some of the most prized and coveted chronometers among navy officers and merchant navy captains. It was this nautical history that led Ulysse Nardin to design the iconic Marine Chronometer, an expression of its technical performance.
THE DATA
Maker: Ulysse Nardin
Model: Chronomètre 1938 Pink gold
Case N°: 3996XX
Movement N°: 284XX
Year: 1938
Material: Solid 18k Pink Gold
Dimentions (WxT): 34x44x11mm
Caliber: Ulysse Nardin upgraded Valjoux 22 GHT
Bracelet/Strap: Black leather
Lug width: 18mm
Box/Papers: N/A
THE IMPORTANT DETAILS
This striking and extremely rare chronograph (Chonometer grade) is in very well preserved condition, the sharp angles, polished/Brushed finish and gold hallmarks are present. The complicated 'Two-Tone' doctor's dial housed in the solid pink gold case gives an unbeatable touch to this elegant chronometer.
The hooded articulated lugs makes the watch really present on the wrist despite the 34mm case. It has a very sophisticated and sporty style, an can be worn daily or for formal events.
