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Jaeger 18k Yellow Gold Chronograph Wristwatch

Partially verified

According to the auction catalogue, this circa 1950 manual-winding wristwatch features a round 18k yellow gold case measuring 37 mm across with stylized lugs. The silver dial displays two sub-registers alongside Arabic numerals at 12 and 6, complemented by dot hour markers and outer track scales. Source documentation indicates that both the dial and the column-wheel mechanical movement are signed by Jaeger. In the provided photograph, the watch is fitted with leaf hands, rectangular pushers flanking the crown, and mounted on a textured yellowish-brown scaled leather strap.

Front view of the Jaeger 18k yellow gold chronograph wristwatch with silver dial on a scaled strap
Front view of the Jaeger 18k yellow gold chronograph wristwatch with silver dial on a scaled strap — Antiquorum Genève SA. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.invaluable.com
Category
Wristwatch · Chronograph
Maker / attribution
Jaeger
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
109
Source-reported date
Circa 1950
Source-reported place
Switzerland

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 Exterior Construction

The watch features a round case described in the auction catalog as 18k yellow gold (750) with stylized lugs and a stated dimension of 37 mm. In visual observation, the case is fitted with rectangular chronograph pushers flanking the winding crown.

The timepiece is fitted with a light brown or yellowish scaled leather strap, as visible in the catalogue photograph.

Evidence for this section
  • “Round 18k yellow gold case features stylized lugs and rectangular chronograph pushers flanking the crown.”
  • “Boîtier rond, anses stylisées.”
  • “Dimensions 37 mm”
  • “Attached to a textured light brown or yellow scaled leather strap.”

Dial and Hands

The dial is silver-toned with two subsidiary registers positioned at 3 and 9 o'clock. Visual observation shows Arabic numerals at 12 and 6 with dot indices marking the remaining hours, surrounded by a graduated minute track and outer tachymeter and telemeter scales.

The catalog notes leaf hands ('aiguilles feuilles'). The dial is signed 'JAEGER' beneath the 12 o'clock position and marked 'FAB. SUISSE' at the lower perimeter.

Evidence for this section
  • “Silver dial displays Arabic numerals at 12 and 6 with dot indices for the other hour positions.”
  • “Cadran argent deux compteurs.”
  • “Aiguilles feuilles.”
  • “Dial is signed 'JAEGER' below 12 o'clock and marked 'FAB. SUISSE' at the very bottom edge.”

Movement and Catalogued Attributes

The lot description documents a manual-winding column-wheel mechanical movement ('mouvement mécanique à roue à colonnes') and dates the piece to circa 1950. The catalog explicitly states that both the dial and movement are signed.

Because movement and inner case back photographs are not included in the source, calibre designations, serial markings, and internal finishing are not recorded in this documentation.

Evidence for this section
  • “Mouvement mécanique à roue à colonnes.”
  • “Fine and rare 18k yellow gold manual-winding chronograph”
  • “Signed: Dial and movement”
  • “Date Circa 1950”

Open research questions

  • What specific base movement calibre (such as a Valjoux or Universal Genève base) is installed in the watch?
  • What reference number and case serial numbers are engraved on the inside or outside of the case back?
  • Does the case back carry standard Swiss assay hallmarks corresponding to the 18k gold designation?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Jaeger 18k Yellow Gold Chronograph Wristwatch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Case Material18k yellow gold“Fine and rare 18k yellow gold manual-winding chronograph”
Case Dimensions37 mm“Dimensions 37 mm”
Dial FeaturesSilver dial with two registers“silver dial and two registers”
Movement MechanismColumn-wheel mechanical movement“Mouvement mécanique à roue à colonnes.”
SignaturesDial and movement“Signed: Dial and movement”
Gold Fineness18k (750)“or jaune 18k (750)”
Hand TypeLeaf hands (aiguilles feuilles)“Aiguilles feuilles.”

Visible details

  • Silver dial displays Arabic numerals at 12 and 6 with dot indices for the other hour positions.
  • Two subsidiary dials are positioned at 3 and 9 o'clock with blued or darkened register hands.
  • Dial is signed 'JAEGER' below 12 o'clock and marked 'FAB. SUISSE' at the very bottom edge.
  • Outer tachymeter/telemeter scales and a graduated minute track surround the perimeter.
  • Round 18k yellow gold case features stylized lugs and rectangular chronograph pushers flanking the crown.
  • Attached to a textured light brown or yellow scaled leather strap.

Research qualifications

  • Movement caliber and interior case back are not depicted in the supplied photograph.
  • Movement details and signatures are source-reported and not independently visible in the image.

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

Consulted source

Sold at Auction: Jaeger, Jaeger

Reviewed 2026-10-21 · Record 852f6ed885

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