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Jaeger-LeCoultre Ref. 270.2.68 Reverso Tourbillon

Partially verified

According to the auction catalogue, this Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tourbillon, reference 270.2.68, is an 18K pink gold rectangular reversible wristwatch from a limited edition of 500 pieces, numbered 109 and dated to circa 1993. The timepiece is driven by the manual-wind calibre 828 with 27 jewels. The primary dial displays Arabic numerals, blued hands, and a subsidiary seconds counter labeled with a tourbillon cartouche. The reverse side features the tourbillon regulator mechanism and a fan-shaped power reserve indication. The source notes the watch is fitted with an 18K pink gold deployant clasp on a leather strap.

Composite view of the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tourbillon showing the primary dial and the movement reverse featuring the tourbillon and power reserve indicator
Composite view of the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tourbillon showing the primary dial and the movement reverse featuring the tourbillon and power reserve indicator — Phillips. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.phillips.com
Category
Wristwatch · Reversible tourbillon wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Jaeger-LeCoultre
Reference
270.2.68
Catalogue / lot identifier
886
Source-reported date
Circa 1993
Country
Switzerland
Source-reported serial
109/500

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 Materiality

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tourbillon, reference 270.2.68, is constructed of 18K pink gold. It is a rectangular-shaped reversible wristwatch measuring 26mm in width and 36.5mm in length.

The timepiece is identified as number 109 of a limited edition of 500 pieces. It is fitted with an 18K pink gold Jaeger-LeCoultre deployant clasp on a leather strap. The case, dial, movement, strap, and clasp are recorded as signed.

Evidence for this section
  • “Material 18K pink gold”
  • “Reference No 270.2.68”
  • “Dimensions 26mm width, 36.5mm length”
  • “Case No Limited edition no. 109/500”
  • “Clasp/Buckle 18K pink gold Jaeger-leCoultre deployant clasp”
  • “Signed Case, dial, movement, strap and clasp signed”

Dial and Complications

The primary dial features a subsidiary seconds counter with a cartouche marked 'Tourbillon'. The reverse side of the reversible housing displays the tourbillon regulator and a fan-shaped power reserve indication.

The accompanying image presents a composite view showing both the primary dial and the movement side of the case.

Evidence for this section
  • “on the main dial only the subtle "Tourbillon" indication present in the cartouche above the constant seconds subsidiary dial”
  • “it is sufficient to reverse the watch in order to admire the tourbillon in all of its glory, as it is virtually the only feature of the second dial, together with the fan-shaped power reserve indication.”

Mechanical Movement and Provenance

The watch is powered by the manual-wind calibre 828, which features 27 jewels.

The source provides a manufacture date of circa 1993, supported by a Certificate of Origin and Guarantee stamped by Vienna retailer A. Haban, dated November 19, 1993.

Evidence for this section
  • “Calibre Manual, cal. 828, 27 jewels”
  • “Year Circa 1993”
  • “Accompanied by Jaeger-leCoultre Certificate of Origin and Guarantee stamped by Vienna retailer A. Haban and dated November 19, 1993”

Open research questions

  • Are there records detailing the specific assembly date for movement 109 within the 500-piece limited production run?
  • What are the specific maintenance requirements for the manual-wind calibre 828 compared to standard Reverso movements?
  • Does the 'excellent condition' assessment include internal movement performance metrics, or is it based solely on aesthetic appraisal?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Jaeger-LeCoultre Ref. 270.2.68 Reverso Tourbillon
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Reference Number270.2.68“Reference No 270.2.68”
Limited Edition Number109/500“Case No Limited edition no. 109/500”
Case Material18K pink gold“Material 18K pink gold”
CalibreCal. 828, manual, 27 jewels“Calibre Manual, cal. 828, 27 jewels”
Dimensions26mm width, 36.5mm length“Dimensions 26mm width, 36.5mm length”
RetailerA. Haban, Vienna“Certificate of Origin and Guarantee stamped by Vienna retailer A. Haban”
AccessoriesCertificate of Origin and Guarantee, product literature, gloves, and fitted wooden presentation box“Accompanied by Jaeger-leCoultre Certificate of Origin and Guarantee stamped by Vienna retailer A. Haban and dated November 19, 1993, product literature, gloves and fitted wooden presentation box”

Visible details

  • Dual-sided presentation showing the primary guilloché dial alongside the movement side featuring the tourbillon cage and power reserve scale.
  • Blued steel hands and black Arabic numerals on the main silvered dial.
  • Pink gold rectangular case mounted on a brown alligator-pattern leather strap.

Research qualifications

  • The image displays a composite view presenting both the primary dial and movement reverse simultaneously.
  • Box, certificate, and additional accessories mentioned in the catalogue text are not visible in the photograph.

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

Consulted source

Jaeger-LeCoultre The Hong Kong Watch Auction: SIX

Reviewed 2026-10-22 · Record 2e23b82512

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