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Wristwatch · Rectangular wristwatch

A. Lange & Söhne Cabaret

Partially verified

This rectangular A. Lange & Söhne wristwatch, known as the Cabaret, dates to the 1990s and is constructed in 18K pink gold. It features a three-body case measuring 27 x 43 mm with a thickness of 9 mm, complemented by a transparent case back secured by six screws and lapidated lugs. The watch is powered by the rhodium-plated Caliber L 931.3, which includes 30 jewels, a straight-line lever escapement, and a swan-neck micrometer regulator. The black dial presents applied pink gold lozenge indexes alongside radial Roman numerals, a silvered subsidiary seconds dial, and a double-aperture display for the large date function. It is fitted with pink gold alpha hands and paired with a matching 18K pink gold A. Lange & Söhne buckle. The dial, case, and movement are signed by the manufacturer.

Front view of the A. Lange & Söhne Cabaret wristwatch showing the black dial and pink gold case.
Front view of the A. Lange & Söhne Cabaret wristwatch showing the black dial and pink gold case. — Antiquorum. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
catalog.antiquorum.swiss
Category
Wristwatch · Rectangular wristwatch
Maker / attribution
A. Lange & Söhne
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
306
Source-reported date
1990s
Source-reported place
Germany
Source-reported serial
132681

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case and Dial

The watch features a rectangular three-body case crafted from 18K pink gold. The construction includes a transparent case back fixed with six screws, allowing for visibility of the movement. The exterior design incorporates lapidated lugs.

The dial is black and finished with applied pink gold lozenge indexes and radial Roman numerals. A silver-colored subsidiary dial displays seconds, while the large date mechanism is presented through a double aperture located at the top of the dial. The time is indicated by pink gold alpha-style hands.

Evidence for this section
  • “Three-body, solid, polished, transparent case back with six screws, lapidates lugs, sapphire crystals.”
  • “Black with applied pink gold lozenge indexes and radial Roman numerals, subsidiary silver seconds dial, double aperture for the date.”

Movement and Mechanics

The internal mechanism is the Caliber L 931.3, which is rhodium-plated and features fausses côtes decoration. The movement contains 30 jewels and utilizes a straight-line lever escapement. The monometallic balance is adjusted to 5 positions and incorporates a shock absorber.

Regulation is performed via a swan-neck micrometer regulator, and the movement includes a self-compensating flat balance spring. The balance cock is decorated with hand engraving.

Evidence for this section
  • “Cal. L 931.3 rhodium-plated, "fausses côtes" decoration, 30 jewels, straight-line lever escapement”
  • “micrometer regulator, handengraved balance cock.”
  • “Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense”

Signatures and Condition

The watch is signed on the dial, the case, and the movement. It is accompanied by an original 18K pink gold buckle from the manufacturer.

The auction house provides a grading system for the object, reporting the case as 'very good' and the dial as 'as new'. The movement is also categorized as 'very good', though the need for a future service is noted.

Evidence for this section
  • “Dial, case and movement signed.”
  • “Accompanied by a guarantee (now void)”
  • “Grading System Grade: AA Very good Case: 2 Very good Movement: 2* Very good”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific production year within the 1990s for this serial number?
  • Has the watch undergone any servicing since its original sale date?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for A. Lange & Söhne Cabaret
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerA. Lange & Söhne“A. Lange & Söhne”
Case Material18K pink gold“18K pink gold wristwatch”
Case Number132681“case No. 132681”
MovementCal. L 931.3“Cal. L 931.3”
Jewel Count30“30 jewels”
Dimensions27 x 43 mm“Dim. 27 x 43 mm”
Thickness9 mm“Thickness 9 mm”
CountryGermany“Glashütte i/Sa.”

Visible details

  • Rectangular case with lapidated lugs
  • Black dial with silvered sub-seconds
  • Double date aperture at the top of the dial
  • Transparent case back secured by six screws

Research qualifications

  • The guarantee accompanying the watch is void
  • The auction house recommends an overhaul for the movement

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

"Pink Gold Cabaret' A. Lange & Söhne, Glashütte i/Sa., "Gold Cabaret", case No. 132681. Made in the 1990s. Fine and elegant, rectangular, 18K pink gold wristwatch with large date and a 18K pink gold A. Lange & Söhne buckle. Accompanied by a guarantee (now void) To be sold without reserve

Reviewed 2026-10-26 · Record db31c718e2

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