Longines - 18K GOLD - 8238-1 - Men - 1968
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Longines 18K gold wristwatch, reference 8238-1, from 1968, with manual-wind caliber 490 movement, yellow gold 18K case, silver dial, black genuine leather band, 180–200 mm band length and 34 mm case diameter, in very good condition with minor signs of wear.
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Beautiful Longines 18K GOLD wristwatch from ca. 1968:
Movement: caliber 490, signed with Longines, seventeen ( 17 ) jewels SWISS,
Serial number of the movement: 14756599 (dates the watch to 1968)
Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland
Dial: original, silver, very good vintage condition, looks beautiful, small patina in some places is almost invisible in reality
hands: gold-plated
Crystal: Acrylic
Crown: original, signed with Longines
Band Type: brand black, genuine leather strap with gold-plated buckle (not from Longines)
Band Length: 20 cm including watch
Special features: small second
CONDITION:
Silver dial with applied gold-plated baton hour markers and gold-plated hands is in original and very good vintage condition.
18K GOLD case has no visible traces of use. There are no signs of wear on caseback. Almost perfect !!
There are gold hallmarks and Longines sign on the inner side of the caseback.
High grade movement signed Longines SWISS is in very good working order. It keeps accurate time well.
Dear Buyer, please be aware that you are bidding on a vintage watch. We take every effort to ensure it is in the best possible condition given its age. However, please understand that we cannot guarantee its water resistance
Watch comes with nice travel box.
DIMENSIONS:
Diameter without crown: 34 mm
Diameter with crown: 36 mm
Lug to lug width (lenght): 40 mm
Thickness: 8 mm
Lug width (strap): 18 mm
the weight of solid gold: 10 g
total weight: 35 g (including strap and buckle)
Important Information for Buyers Outside the European Union
If you are purchasing from outside the EU, please note that any
applicable customs duties, import taxes, or related fees in your
country are the sole responsibility of the buyer.
Thank you for your understanding.
Tracked and insured shipping 20 EUR ( European Union ) 50 EUR ( Worldwide )
Seller's Story
We have been passionate about vintage Swiss watches for many years. When purchasing from us, you receive a carefully selected timepiece that has, in most cases, been serviced in-house and prepared with great attention to detail. We believe in giving watches a second life — restoring their beauty, reliability, and originality.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding your purchase, we are always here to help and will do our best to resolve any issue. Our goal is to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for every collector.
Beautiful Longines 18K GOLD wristwatch from ca. 1968:
Movement: caliber 490, signed with Longines, seventeen ( 17 ) jewels SWISS,
Serial number of the movement: 14756599 (dates the watch to 1968)
Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland
Dial: original, silver, very good vintage condition, looks beautiful, small patina in some places is almost invisible in reality
hands: gold-plated
Crystal: Acrylic
Crown: original, signed with Longines
Band Type: brand black, genuine leather strap with gold-plated buckle (not from Longines)
Band Length: 20 cm including watch
Special features: small second
CONDITION:
Silver dial with applied gold-plated baton hour markers and gold-plated hands is in original and very good vintage condition.
18K GOLD case has no visible traces of use. There are no signs of wear on caseback. Almost perfect !!
There are gold hallmarks and Longines sign on the inner side of the caseback.
High grade movement signed Longines SWISS is in very good working order. It keeps accurate time well.
Dear Buyer, please be aware that you are bidding on a vintage watch. We take every effort to ensure it is in the best possible condition given its age. However, please understand that we cannot guarantee its water resistance
Watch comes with nice travel box.
DIMENSIONS:
Diameter without crown: 34 mm
Diameter with crown: 36 mm
Lug to lug width (lenght): 40 mm
Thickness: 8 mm
Lug width (strap): 18 mm
the weight of solid gold: 10 g
total weight: 35 g (including strap and buckle)
Important Information for Buyers Outside the European Union
If you are purchasing from outside the EU, please note that any
applicable customs duties, import taxes, or related fees in your
country are the sole responsibility of the buyer.
Thank you for your understanding.
Tracked and insured shipping 20 EUR ( European Union ) 50 EUR ( Worldwide )
Seller's Story
We have been passionate about vintage Swiss watches for many years. When purchasing from us, you receive a carefully selected timepiece that has, in most cases, been serviced in-house and prepared with great attention to detail. We believe in giving watches a second life — restoring their beauty, reliability, and originality.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding your purchase, we are always here to help and will do our best to resolve any issue. Our goal is to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for every collector.
Details
Brand
Longines
Gender
Men
Model
18K GOLD
Reference number
8238-1
Band material
Leather
Shipped insured
Yes
Band length
Regular (180–200 mm)
Period
1960-1969
Repainted dial
No
Movement
Manual winding
Dial colour
Silver
Case material
Yellow gold
Original box included
No
Original papers included
No
Original warranty included
No
Case diameter
34 mm
Condition
Very good - minor signs of wear
Year
1968
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