Junghans - Calatrava - No reserve price - Men - 1950-1959

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Junghans Calatrava vintage wristwatch with a 33 mm gold-plated case, manual-winding movement, silver dial, stainless steel back, a long brown leather strap over 200 mm, and a 1950s period, in good condition with visible wear; box, papers and warranty are not included and the item is shipped insured.

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Junghans – Vintage German Mechanical Watch – Gold Plated – Silver Dial – Stainless Steel Back – Shockproof – 1950-1959

An elegant vintage Junghans mechanical wristwatch from the 1950s, featuring the refined proportions and minimalist aesthetic characteristic of post-war German watchmaking.
The watch features a warm silver-tone dial with distinctive elongated Arabic numerals at 12 and 6 o’clock, complemented by slender applied hour markers and elegant gold-tone hands. The restrained dial layout gives the piece a sophisticated mid-century appearance, while the naturally aged surface adds authentic vintage character.
Its slim gold plated case and long, tapered lugs create an elegant profile, making this a charming example of classic Junghans design from the period.

Technical Details
Brand: Junghans
Origin: Germany
Type: Vintage wristwatch
Case material: Gold plated
Case back: Stainless steel
Case diameter: Approx. 33 mm, excluding crown
Glass: Acrylic
Dial: Silver-tone
Indexes: Applied hour markers with elongated Arabic numerals at 12 and 6
Hands: Gold-tone
Movement: Mechanical, manual winding
Functions: Hours, minutes, central seconds
Features: Shockproof
Water resistance: Not tested for water
Strap: Brown leather, generic, approx. 22 cm
Box: Generic box included
Condition: Grade B

Condition Report
This Junghans vintage wristwatch is in Grade B condition, with signs of age and use consistent with its vintage character. The gold plated case shows scratches, marks and areas of plating wear. The stainless steel case back presents scratches and surface marks from normal use and previous handling.
The silver-tone dial displays age-related patina, small spots and surface ageing, contributing to the authentic appearance of the watch. The hour markers, numerals and hands remain clearly visible.

The acrylic crystal shows signs of normal use and light surface wear.
The watch has not been tested for water resistance, therefore water resistance is not guaranteed.
Please study all photos carefully, as they are part of the description and show the actual condition of the item.

Story & Heritage
Junghans is one of Germany’s most important historic watch manufacturers. Founded in Schramberg in 1861, the company became one of the world's major watch producers and developed a strong reputation for precise, reliable and thoughtfully designed mechanical timepieces.

During the 1950s, Junghans embraced the clean lines and restrained elegance that defined post-war European design. Watches from this period often combined slim cases, elongated indexes and highly legible dials, creating an aesthetic that remains attractive decades later.
This example captures that design language particularly well. The unusual elongated 12 and 6 numerals, slender markers, warm silver dial and gold plated case create a distinctly mid-century appearance.

A refined vintage Junghans for collectors who appreciate classic German mechanical watchmaking, authentic patina and elegant 1950s design.
Internal Reference Number - FLO-145

Junghans – Vintage German Mechanical Watch – Gold Plated – Silver Dial – Stainless Steel Back – Shockproof – 1950-1959

An elegant vintage Junghans mechanical wristwatch from the 1950s, featuring the refined proportions and minimalist aesthetic characteristic of post-war German watchmaking.
The watch features a warm silver-tone dial with distinctive elongated Arabic numerals at 12 and 6 o’clock, complemented by slender applied hour markers and elegant gold-tone hands. The restrained dial layout gives the piece a sophisticated mid-century appearance, while the naturally aged surface adds authentic vintage character.
Its slim gold plated case and long, tapered lugs create an elegant profile, making this a charming example of classic Junghans design from the period.

Technical Details
Brand: Junghans
Origin: Germany
Type: Vintage wristwatch
Case material: Gold plated
Case back: Stainless steel
Case diameter: Approx. 33 mm, excluding crown
Glass: Acrylic
Dial: Silver-tone
Indexes: Applied hour markers with elongated Arabic numerals at 12 and 6
Hands: Gold-tone
Movement: Mechanical, manual winding
Functions: Hours, minutes, central seconds
Features: Shockproof
Water resistance: Not tested for water
Strap: Brown leather, generic, approx. 22 cm
Box: Generic box included
Condition: Grade B

Condition Report
This Junghans vintage wristwatch is in Grade B condition, with signs of age and use consistent with its vintage character. The gold plated case shows scratches, marks and areas of plating wear. The stainless steel case back presents scratches and surface marks from normal use and previous handling.
The silver-tone dial displays age-related patina, small spots and surface ageing, contributing to the authentic appearance of the watch. The hour markers, numerals and hands remain clearly visible.

The acrylic crystal shows signs of normal use and light surface wear.
The watch has not been tested for water resistance, therefore water resistance is not guaranteed.
Please study all photos carefully, as they are part of the description and show the actual condition of the item.

Story & Heritage
Junghans is one of Germany’s most important historic watch manufacturers. Founded in Schramberg in 1861, the company became one of the world's major watch producers and developed a strong reputation for precise, reliable and thoughtfully designed mechanical timepieces.

During the 1950s, Junghans embraced the clean lines and restrained elegance that defined post-war European design. Watches from this period often combined slim cases, elongated indexes and highly legible dials, creating an aesthetic that remains attractive decades later.
This example captures that design language particularly well. The unusual elongated 12 and 6 numerals, slender markers, warm silver dial and gold plated case create a distinctly mid-century appearance.

A refined vintage Junghans for collectors who appreciate classic German mechanical watchmaking, authentic patina and elegant 1950s design.
Internal Reference Number - FLO-145

Details

Brand
Junghans
Gender
Men
Model
Calatrava
Band material
Leather
Shipped insured
Yes
Band length
Long (over 200 mm)
Period
1950-1959
Repainted dial
No
Movement
Manual winding
Dial colour
Silver
Case material
Gold-plated
Original box included
No
Original papers included
No
Case diameter
33 mm
Original warranty included
No
Condition
Good - visible signs of wear
The NetherlandsVerified
1876
Objects sold
99.61%
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