From an Asian Collector
970. Jaeger-LeCoultre A fne and rare stainless steel automatic diver’s alarm wristwatch with center seconds, date, Guarantee and box. Number 178 of a 768 pieces limited edition 積家， 「Memovox Tribute to Polaris」型號190.8.96，精細 及罕有，限量版精鋼自動上弦腕錶，配響鬧功能，限量發行768枚， 編號第178號，約2009年製。附錶盒和證書 Manufacturer Year
Jaeger-LeCoultre Circa 2009
Reference No. 190.8.96 Movement No. 3’540’223 Case No. 2’494’585, limited edition no. 178/768 Model Name Memovox Tribute to Polaris Material Stainless steel Calibre Automatic, cal. 956, 23 jewels Bracelet/Strap Leather strap Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel pin buckle Dimensions Signed
42mm diameter Case, dial and movement signed
Estimate
HKD 64,000-100,000 USD 8,000-12,000
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Accessories Accompanied by Guarantee Certifcate stamped by Singapore retailer Cortina Watch PTE LTD and dated June 20, 2009, Certifcat d’origine, additional leather strap and buckle, additional crystal, instructions, ftted presentation box and outer packaging
The Memovox Polaris was launched in the 1960s, and it was the frst diver's timepiece incorporating and alarm. (For reference please see lot 940) In 2008, Jaeger-leCoultre issued a tribute to the model in occasion of its 30th anniversary. The Memovox Tribute to Polaris is a faithful reproduction of the original including a domed non-sapphire crystal. A limited and numbered issue of 768 pieces, the present watch is number 178 of the series, and it is ofered complete with presentation box, Guarantee and Certifcate, but also of an additional crystal.
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