The exquisite art of watchmaking is on display in the distinctive designs of Jaeger-LeCoultre. The Swiss manufacturer is celebrated for its striking Art Deco–era antique clocks, while its range of sumptuous luxury watches spans the gamut of modern design, each one a time capsule of its period.
Jaeger-LeCoultre was established in 1833 by watchmaker Antoine LeCoultre in the Vallée de Joux of the Swiss mountains. LeCoultre was also an inventor who, in 1844, created the millionomètre. As the first instrument to measure thousandths of a millimeter with total accuracy, it refined the meticulous watchmaking process. By 1866, LeCoultre's son, Elie LeCoultre, took over the business. He revolutionized watchmaking by bringing all 180 skills involved in the trade into one workshop: LeCoultre & Cie Manufacture.
By 1903, the company had passed to Antoine LeCoultre's grandson, Jacques-David LeCoultre. He created a signature line of ultra-thin watches in partnership with Edmond Jaeger, a French watchmaker who specialized in flat watch cases. In 1907, Louis Cartier signed a contract with Jaeger so that Cartier would have movements for its popular timepieces produced exclusively at LeCoultre in Switzerland. This era saw the debut of Cartier’s Santos as well as its Tank watch.
Watchmakers at Jaeger-LeCoultre began to experiment with the Art Deco style that had encompassed the 1920s and the 1930s. At the time, there were many influences that led to the creation of Art Deco jewelry, while the cases of Art Deco clocks featured architectural details and saw an integration of materials such as brass, glass and marble. Iconic Jaeger-LeCoultre designs from this era include the 1928 Atmos clock and the Reverso watch. Stylish and practical, the coveted Reverso watch features a case that you can flip to protect the watch face.
During the 1950s and '60s, Jaeger-LeCoultre watchmakers continued the manufacturer’s tradition of prioritizing practical reliability. In 1958, the company introduced the robust and durable Geophysic watch collection. The Memovox Polaris, an alarm-equipped dive watch one could wear underwater, followed in 1968.
The best-known timepiece in the company's modern collection is the Master Control watch, unveiled in 1992. It symbolizes a return to the thin style and performance-first ethic of classic Jaeger-LeCoultre. In 2018, the watchmaker also launched the Polaris collection. Inspired by the original Memovox, the series features a sporty, elegant and contemporary look.
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Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso Duetto Diamond 18K Rose Gold Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Miami, FL
Elegant and timeless, this Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Duetto is crafted in luxurious 18K rose gold and features the iconic reversible case design. This sophisticated timepiece offers t...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Jaeger LeCoultre Rose Gold Reverso Wrist Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso Reference 250.2.86 Wrist Watch, 39 x 23 M.M. 18k Rose Gold case, Quartz movement, Black dial with raised Gold markers, newer Hirsch Black Crocodil...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Duetto 18k Yellow Gold Women's Watch Ref 266.1.44
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
This classic reversible case design features two dials, allowing the watch to be worn with either face displayed. One side presents a traditional Reverso dial with Arabic numeral hou...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 18k White Gold Jaeger Le Coultre Backwind Diamond Handwind Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
A refined example of mid-century watchmaking, this vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre timepiece blends fine jewelry craftsmanship with timeless horology. Crafted in 18k white gold, the watch f...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Duetto Classique 256.1.75 Diamond Bezel MOP 18K Gold
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 256.1.75 Model: Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Duetto Classique Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: Leather Band Bezel: Factory 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Dial: Fa...
18k Gold
Howard Steel Oversized Wrist Watch Manual Winding from 1921
By Howard & Co., New York
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Howard & Co., New York STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Wrist Watch / Custom Conversion to a wrist watch METAL / MATERIAL: Steel with Exhibition Back CIRCA / YEAR: 1921 Movement / European Case from 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 56mm x Diameter 44mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 19 Jewels DIAL / HANDS: Two Tone Dial / Blued Steel Spade and Pointer Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Alligator, 22mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT One of the most respected names in American watch making, was the house founded by Edward Howard in Boston Massachusetts in 1858. Howard was an exceptional watchmaker who had worked originally for the Willard Clock Company. Willard was the premier American clock maker and advanced American horology. Howard’s exceptional designs and innovations helped establish America as a watchmaking capital along with the Waltham Watch Company. Howard’s creativity helped establish the principles of industrialization and standardized parts. Howards watches were rugged and very accurate as well. Their case designs were innovative as well. Howard watches were used by scientists and engineers in military and industry because they were rugged and dependable. In 1903, the Howard Watch Company was acquired by the Keystone Watch Case Company. Keystone continued to produce Howard watches under the Howard brand name until 1935. By that time the great depression had taken its toll on all but the most robust watch companies. During the 1920’s Howard produced the 12-size caliber which was a beautifully finished watch that kept exceptional time. It was also one of the few American watches that met most of the standards of what is called a “Geneva Seal...
Steel
Jaeger Le Coultre Q9028180 Polaris Stainless Steel Watch
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Jaeger Le Coultre Q9028180 Polaris Stainless Steel Watch Brand: Jaeger Le Coultre MPN: Q9028180 Model: Polaris Case Material: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 42mm Crystal: Scratch...
Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel
Jaeger Le Coultre Q1352502 Master Grande 18k Rose Gold Watch
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Jaeger Le Coultre Q1352502 Master Grande 18k Rose Gold Watch Brand: Jaeger Le Coultre MPN: Q1352502 Model: Master Grande Case Material: 18k Rose Gold Case Diameter: 40mm Crystal: Sc...
Rose Gold
Jaeger Le Coultre Q1428421 Master Geographic Stainless Steel Watch
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Jaeger Le Coultre Q1428421 Master Geographic Stainless Steel Watch Brand: Jaeger Le Coultre MPN: Q1428421 Model: Master Geographic Case Material: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 39m...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Jaeger Le Coultre Q1558420 Master Calendar Stainless Steel Watch
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Jaeger Le Coultre Q1558420 Master Calendar Stainless Steel Watch Brand: Jaeger Le Coultre MPN: Q1558420 Model: Master Calendar Case Material: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 39mm Cr...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage Ladies 18kt Yellow Gold Jaeger Le Coultre Back Winder Wrist Watch Rare
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage Ladies 18kt Yellow Gold Jaeger Le Coultre Back Winder Wrist Watch Extremely rare Collectors watch Movement: Mechanical Manual Winding Back ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18kt Gold Tissot Manual Winding Chronograph Watch, Cal. Lemania 27.41 H
By Tissot
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Tissot Chronograph manual winding Wrist Watch ,Cal. Lemania 27.41 H,Diameter 34.5 mm Collectors watch in Top Condition ! ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Perrelet Lady Coeur Wrist Watch, Automatic Winding, Brand New with Box &Warranty
Located in Antwerp, BE
Perrelet Lady Coeur Brand New Wit Full Set Box and Warranty Papers Movement: Mechanical with automatic winding Perrelet Caliber DH 95, base calibre ETA 2892-A2, with patented double rotor system for improved performance of the winding mechanism with the two rotors linked by a pinion supported in a ring module surrounding the movement, small rotor visible on dial is mounted on a single and is decorated with polished hearts; fine-tuned movement. Functions: hours, minutes, sweep seconds Case: stainless steel; diameter 30mm, height 9,8mm; anti-reflective sapphire crystal; screw on back with sapphire crystal exhibition window; water-resistant to 5 atm. Dial: green dial with silver coloured Arabic numerals and hearts, in a dial cutting is one additional rotor visible decorated with hearts. Strap: green velvet strap, original Perrelet buckle, Will max fit a 19 cm wrist Total weight watch: 37.2 gram / 1.315 oz / 24 dwt Watch is brand new and comes with the full set, Original box and original warranty papers Perrelet Watches...
Stainless Steel
15 Kt Gold Ladys Vintage Rolex Manual Winding, Collectors
By Rolex
Located in Antwerp, BE
15 Kt Gold Ladys Vintage Rolex Manual Winding , Collectors Case: 15 Kt Gold diameter 25.5 mm x 8.3 mm, 15 jewels Dial: Silver colour guilloche dial with...
15k Gold, Gold
18 kt. Pink Gold Omega Honeycomb Ref 2624, Manual Winding
By Omega
Located in Antwerp, BE
Lovely 18 kt. Pink Gold Omega Honeycomb Ref 2624, Manual Winding Reference number: 2624 Movement: Manual winding Case: 18 kt. Rose gold, Diameter 35...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Omega Stainless Steel Wristwatch, Manual Winding, Cal 30T2
By Omega
Located in Antwerp, BE
Omega Stainless Steel wristwatch, Manual Winding, Diameter 32.5 mm, Reference 2390/5 Functions: Hour, minutes, Subsidiary seconds Movement: Mechanical Manual Winding, Caliber 30 T2 Dial: Silver dial, silver Arabic numerals, silver indexes Case: Stainless Steel case, diameter 32.5 mm x thickness 9.4 mm Strap: Brown leather strap with Omega buckle...
Steel, Stainless Steel
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