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Longines Silver Watch with a Silver Dial by Stern Freres of Patek Philippe, 1915
- Maker / attribution
- Longines (maker)
- Date
- 1915
- Historical period
- Golden Age of Mechanical Watchmaking (1900 – 1945)
- Country of origin
- Switzerland
- Object type
- Pocket watch
- Materials / technique
- silver
- Dealer
- WatchMuseum.org shop
- Stock no.
- Product 4000
- Credit line
- Dealer listing, WatchMuseum.org shop (product 4000)
- Catalogue title (original)
- Longines Silver Watch with a Silver Dial by Stern Freres of Patek Philippe (English)
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Record summary
Catalogued by WatchMuseum.org shop (stock number Product 4000), this is a pocket watch by Longines, made in Switzerland, dated 1915. The Atlas places it in the Golden Age of Mechanical Watchmaking period (1900 – 1945) of its Pocket Watches collection. Materials and techniques recorded by the source: silver. The record is illustrated with 6 photographs.
Assembled from the source record's structured fields. Dates and attributions are given as the source states them; where a field is missing the Atlas leaves it blank rather than estimating.
Catalogue description
Dealer description — WatchMuseum.org shop
The Longines Silver Watch with a Silver Dial by Stern Freres of Patek Philippe, crafted in 1915, is a testament to the enduring legacy and precision of the iconic Swiss watchmaker, Longines. Founded in 1832 by Auguste Agassiz, Longines has carved a niche in the horological world with its trademark winged hourglass logo and a reputation for producing exceptional timepieces known for their precision and reliability. This particular watch, originating from the Art Deco period, exemplifies the brand’s commitment to elegance and innovation, qualities that have made Longines a revered name among collectors and watch enthusiasts worldwide. The collaboration with Stern Freres of Patek Philippe, another giant in the watchmaking industry, further elevates the watch’s prestige, showcasing a harmonious blend of craftsmanship and design. Longines’ rich history of involvement in major sporting events, such as the Olympic Games and the Formula One World Championship, underscores its role as a pioneer in the field, while its groundbreaking innovations, like the Lindbergh Hour Angle watch and the Ultra Chron movement, highlight its dedication to advancing the art of watchmaking. This exquisite piece, in excellent condition, not only embodies the precision and elegance synonymous with Longines but also serves as a cherished artifact from a storied era in Swiss watchmaking history. Longines Watch Company is an iconic Swiss watchmaker that was founded in 1832 by Auguste Agassiz. The company’s original name was Raiguel Jeune & Cie, but it was later renamed Longines after trademarking its famous winged hourglass logo. Longines has become one of the most recognizable and prestigious brands in the watch industry. The company is renowned for producing exceptional timepieces that are known for their precision and reliability. Longines has been involved in many major sporting events around the world, including the Olympic Games, the Formula One World Championship, and the America’s Cup. Longines has also created many groundbreaking innovations in watchmaking over the years. In 1912, it became the official timekeeper of the Olympic Games, a position it has held ever since. The company invented the Lindbergh Hour Angle watch in 1931, which was specifically designed for Charles Lindbergh to allow him to calculate his longitude during his historic solo flight across the Atlantic. Longines is also famous for its Ultra Chron movement, an ultra-fast beating movement that kept exceptional time and is highly sought after by collectors. In addition to producing exceptional timepieces, Longines is also renowned for its exceptional service and dependability. As a former official retailer of Longines watches, our family jewellery store in Los Angeles can attest to the brand’s commitment to providing the highest level of service to its customers. Overall, Longines is a brand that embodies precision, elegance, and innovation, and its watches are highly prized by collectors and watch enthusiasts around the world. Creator: Longines Style: Art Deco Place of Origin: Switzerland Period: 1910-1919 Date of Manufacture: 1915 Condition: Excellent
Historical context
Golden Age of Mechanical Watchmaking (1900 – 1945)
The wristwatch displaces the pocket watch; waterproof cases, self-winding and grand complications.
The pocket watch reached technical maturity and then began to give way to the wristwatch after the First World War. Complicated watches for collectors such as Henry Graves Jr. and James Ward Packard, railroad watches, and slim Art Deco dress watches are characteristic.
Read the period in the timelineMore pocket watches from this periodEarlier: Industrial Revolution
Atlas type guide
Pocket watches
The pocket watch was the dominant personal timekeeper from the late seventeenth century until the First World War. Its development tracks the history of the escapement: verge watches with fusees until the late eighteenth century; Thomas Mudge's lever escapement (c. 1755) and the cylinder escapement popularised by George Graham and later by Swiss makers; and the Swiss and English lever watches of the nineteenth century. Lépine's bar-bridge calibre and keyless winding made watches thinner and easier to use.
Industrialisation transformed the trade: American factories such as Waltham (from 1850) and Elgin produced interchangeable parts by machine, and Swiss makers responded with their own mechanisation after the 1876 Philadelphia Exhibition. By 1900 a reliable watch was affordable to millions; the finest makers continued to produce complications and precision watches.
What to look for
- The escapement: verge (crown wheel), cylinder, duplex, English or Swiss lever.
- Key winding (a square arbor in dial or back) or keyless crown winding.
- Signatures and serial numbers on the movement, dial and inside case back.
- Hallmarks, case maker's marks and gold or silver standards stamped in the case.
- Dial material: enamel, silver, gold, later printed metal.
Dating clues
- Verge watches dominate before c. 1800; cylinder watches c. 1770–1900; lever watches after c. 1820.
- Keyless winding: increasingly common after c. 1860.
- Manufacturer serial number lists exist for Waltham, Elgin, Longines, Omega, Patek Philippe and others.
General guidance written by the Atlas editors about this kind of object. It is not a statement about this particular piece; for that, rely on the source record above and on physical examination.
Read next:Verge escapementDetached lever escapementFuseeIdentification Centre
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