Jaeger-LeCoultre Triple Date Moonphase 150th Anniversary

amanico · 2015-01-12T02:11:55Z

Explore the Jaeger-LeCoultre Triple Date Moonphase 150th Anniversary edition. Discover its vintage design, teardrop lugs, and Caliber 494 movement.

Amanico celebrates the Jaeger-LeCoultre Triple Date Moonphase 150th Anniversary edition, a watch that resurrects an elegant 1940s design. His post highlights the historical context and aesthetic details of this limited-edition piece, including its distinctive godron case and teardrop lugs.

For the 150th Anniversary of the brand, Jaeger Lecoultre decided to release one of the most elegant Watch from their past, the Triple Date moonphase. A Watch which was born in the 40ies, and which has been resurrected in... 1983, along with a few others, like a re edition of the Jacques Lecoultre 1949 Triple Date Moonphase with a slightly different case, though, and an Atmos.

Here the rectangular version ( Credit picture: Liveauctioneers ), limited to 600 pièces.

The Atmos 150th ( Credit picture: Antiquorum ), limited to 3000 pièces.

You will find the superb godron case, the not less elegant teardrop lugs, the beautiful dial, an example of balance.

I could take two pictures of this Watch which belongs to the Heritage Gallery collection.

I was told that those which were issued for the Anniversary had their case back engraved, bearing the mention of this event. This one doesn't have its case back engraved, as I could notice by myself. It houses the Cal 494 ( Vintage movement ).

36 mm of pure beauty, don't you think?

Best,

Nicolas

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The teardrop lugs and godron case of the JLC Triple Date Moonphase are highly admired design elements, contributing significantly to the watch's elegance and classic appeal.
The 150th Anniversary edition, particularly the rectangular version limited to 600 pieces, is noted for its beautiful dial and balanced aesthetic.
The use of a vintage Caliber 494 movement in the anniversary piece, without an engraved case back, indicates a focus on historical authenticity and movement heritage.
The JLC Triple Date Moonphase is considered one of the brand's all-time best designs from its early days, showcasing a compelling combination of complications and classic aesthetics.
The round outside date dial with a red hand is a beloved feature, seen on both this model and some Reverso watches, adding a distinctive touch to the calendar complication.
Vintage JLC triple date moonphase watches were once considered a tremendous bargain, suggesting a shift in market value over time.

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Asimut

Jan 12, 2015

Indeed a beautiful example

I like it very much! Thanks for the post Asi

amanico

Jan 12, 2015

Thanks for looking, Bijo. [nt]

hs111

Jan 12, 2015

+1 on admiring these jewels.. Timeless beauties.. In part with a tint of extravaganza !..

.. alltogether, indeed my piece of cake ! And all these TD's, with teardrops are to be enjoyed, even including their less noble cousins, without the moonphase ! To me, one of the all-time bests, in the early days of JLC ! Thx for this compelling share ! Best, hs

amanico

Jan 12, 2015

Less noble, the Black Cousin? Tsss, young Padawan! :)

hs111

Jan 12, 2015

Touché..Was sort of waiting for this one of you, of timeless splendor ! ;)

.. and you so well know, that, same like you - I truly love those Teardrop- TD's !! The little Cousine.. DD only, but a bit 'l'air de famille' Meanwhile on my wife's wrist :)) - Dr Mamadu is probably always right (?) Best, dear friend, hs

amanico

Jan 12, 2015

Tend to agree with your last question. ;) [nt]

Jaeger-LeCoultre Triple Date Moonphase 150th Anniversary

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