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Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox Travel Alarm Clock

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This Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox is a travel alarm clock from the 1960s. It is housed within a 45mm square case finished in yellow gold, paired with a foldable black leather case for travel or shelf display. The timepiece features an acrylic crystal and a sunburst champagne-colored quadrant dial. This dial incorporates an inner alarm-setting sector, tritium dot hour indices, and a pencil handset for time display. The back of the case contains two crowns, one designated for setting the time and one for setting the alarm function. The bezel surrounding the dial is fully graduated and grooved. The design originates from the brand's Memovox alarm line, which is traditionally associated with wristwatches. This example is presented in condition described as stunning for its age, designed to serve as both a portable instrument and a home desktop accessory.

Front view of the Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox travel clock in its black leather case.
Front view of the Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox travel clock in its black leather case. — Analog:Shift. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
shop.analogshift.com
Category
Clock · Travel clock
Maker / attribution
Jaeger-LeCoultre
Reference
ASM0041
Catalogue / lot identifier
Source URL identifies the listing
Source-reported date
1960s
Source-reported place
Not established

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 External Features

The object is a square-shaped travel clock measuring 45mm across. The housing is constructed in yellow gold and features a prominent, circular, grooved bezel that is fully graduated. The clock is designed to be seated within a foldable black leather case, which allows the clock to stand upright.

The rear of the clock assembly includes dual crowns, which provide the interface for operating the time-setting and the alarm-setting functions. An acrylic crystal protects the dial surface from environmental contact.

Evidence for this section
  • “housed in a 45mm square yellow gold case”
  • “dual alarm and time-setting crowns on the back”
  • “fully graduated, grooved bezel”
  • “Housed in a foldable, black leather case”

Dial and Timekeeping

The dial features a sunburst champagne color scheme and follows a quadrant layout. It includes an integrated inner sector specifically for configuring the alarm time.

Time is read using a pencil-style handset. The dial markings include tritium dot indices, which provide points of reference for the hours.

Evidence for this section
  • “sunburst champagne ‘quadrant’ dial”
  • “inner alarm-setting sector”
  • “tritium dot hour indices”
  • “matching ‘pencil’ handset”

Condition and Attribution

The object is attributed to the 1960s. The vendor states the clock belongs to the Memovox alarm line.

Regarding its preservation, the vendor reports the clock is in stunning condition for its age and remains functional for use as an alarm or display item.

Evidence for this section
  • “1960s travel clock from the famed Memovox alarm watch line”
  • “this Memovox alarm is in stunning condition for its age”
  • “ready to provide a welcome accent to a shelf at home or to accompany you on your travels”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific movement caliber used in this travel alarm?
  • Are there any identifiable hallmarks on the gold case indicating the purity of the metal?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox Travel Alarm Clock
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerJaeger-LeCoultre“Jaeger-LeCoultre”
Case dimensions45mm“45mm square yellow gold case”
Case materialYellow gold“yellow gold case”
DisplaySunburst champagne quadrant dial“sunburst champagne ‘quadrant’ dial”
Alarm typeDual crown“dual alarm and time-setting crowns on the back”
CrystalAcrylic“acrylic crystal”

Visible details

  • Sunburst champagne-colored quadrant dial
  • Grooved and graduated circular bezel
  • Square 45mm yellow gold case
  • Foldable black leather exterior housing

Research qualifications

  • Movement caliber is not specified
  • Exact material composition of the gold finish is not stated

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

Consulted source

ساعت مسافرتی زنگ‌دار Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox دهه ۱۹۶۰

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record d589c5c3dc

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