Longines Sterling Silver Art Deco Enamel Dial Manual Watch, circa 1912
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Longines Sterling Silver Art Deco Enamel Dial Manual Watch, circa 1912
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- Place of Origin:Switzerland
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- Date of Manufacture:1912
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- Seller Location:Long Beach, CA
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