1940s Universal Cal.283 Rare Wide Fancy-Lug Chronograph 3,Color-Scale Dial in 18 K Yellow Gold
Manufacturer | UNIVERSAL |
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Model | Chronograph |
Year of Manufacture | 1940s |
Reference no. | 12255 |
Product no. | A-6652 |
Price |
Manufactured in the early 1940s, this is a 18k yellow gold chronograph with a Universal Cal.283 movement and a distinctive rare wide fancy lug design. It features a popular three-color scale dial. The unique wide fancy lug design, characteristic of Universal during this era, offers a sense of weight and presence that only solid 18k gold can provide. The dial showcases a combination of three color scales: tachymeter (blue), telemeter (red), and minute track (black) with bold numerals, creating a stunning representation of the era and an exquisite taste. It is equipped with the beautifully finished in-house chronograph movement Cal.283
Item details
Serial no. | 978,*** |
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Caliber | 283 |
Movement no. | 201,*** |
Movement type | Manual winding |
Material | 18K Yellow Gold |
Case size | 34×43mm |
Case type | Snap back Non-Water-resistant |
Dial | Original |
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Type of Indices | |
Belt | non Original ( between lugs 16mm ) / Vintage design Calfskin Strap C-106-4 |
Evaluation case | 93% |
Evaluation dial | 93% |
Evaluation mov | 93% |
Condition | 4.5 |
Rarity | 4.5 |
Other details
Case: Minor scratches and ageing, but the characteristic case shaping and hallmarks are well preserved.
Dial: slight ageing, but still retains its luster and prints.
Movement: The movement is well wound and chrono-functioned, with an accuracy of around 50 seconds per day.
Dial: slight ageing, but still retains its luster and prints.
Movement: The movement is well wound and chrono-functioned, with an accuracy of around 50 seconds per day.