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Longines Manual-Winding Wristwatch

Partially verified

This 1966 manual-winding wristwatch features a 14K white gold case and an integrated mesh bracelet. The timepiece is driven by a Longines caliber 19.4 movement, which contains 17 jewels and operates at 19,800 A/h. The light-grey dial is characterized by applied gold baton hour markers, gold baton hands, and a subsidiary seconds register positioned at 6 o'clock. The case measures 33mm in diameter, excluding the crown, with an overall length of 38mm. The case back bears an inscription referencing Vincent L. Ferreri and Zurich Insurance Co., while the interior is marked with Longines Wittnauer Watch Co. branding and associated regional identifiers. The movement is reported as serviced.

Front view of the Longines manual-winding wristwatch with 14K white gold case and light-grey dial.
Front view of the Longines manual-winding wristwatch with 14K white gold case and light-grey dial. — laurent-fine-watches. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
laurent-fine-watches.myshopify.com
Category
Wristwatch · Manual-winding wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Longines
Reference
615
Catalogue / lot identifier
Source URL identifies the listing
Source-reported date
1966
Source-reported place
Switzerland
Source-reported serial
13376451

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 Design

The watch is housed in a 14K white gold case, measuring 33mm in diameter excluding the crown. The lugs extend the total length of the case to 38mm. The watch is attached to a 14K white gold mesh bracelet which accommodates a wrist size of approximately 7.5 inches. The lug width is 17mm.

The dial is finished in a light-grey tone and features applied baton-style hour markers and matching gold-toned baton hands. A subsidiary seconds dial is positioned at the 6 o'clock mark, featuring a fine concentric circular graining pattern. The Longines brand name and winged hourglass logo are applied to the upper portion of the dial.

Evidence for this section
  • “It is a 14K white gold case”
  • “Beautiful light-grey round dial with gold baton for hours. The watch has a sub dial for the seconds at 6 o’clock.”

Movement and Specifications

The timepiece is powered by a manual-winding movement, identified as Longines caliber 19.4. This movement is equipped with 17 jewels and maintains a frequency of 19,800 vibrations per hour (A/h).

The movement carries the serial number 13376451, which is cited as evidence to date the production of the watch to 1966. The auction description reports that the movement has been serviced.

Evidence for this section
  • “Manual wind movement with caliber 19.4 with 17 jewels and 19,800 A/h.”
  • “The serial number of the movement is 13376451 and dates the watch to 1966.”

Signatures and Markings

The interior of the case back displays several markings, including references to the Longines Wittnauer Watch Co. and geographical locations such as New York, Geneve, and Montreal. Further markings on the case interior include "14K Gold", "615", "966", and the number "625121".

The exterior of the case back is engraved with a commemorative inscription naming Vincent L. Ferreri and referencing 21 years of service to the Zurich Insurance Co.

Evidence for this section
  • “inside Longines Wittnauer Watch Co. – New York – Geneve – Montreal – 14K Gold – 615 – 966 – 625121””
  • “engraved outside “Vincent L. Ferreri – 21 years Zurich Insurance Co””

Open research questions

  • What is the specific manufacturer or origin of the included mesh bracelet?
  • Are the internal case numbers '615' and '966' indicative of specific model references or assembly codes for this market?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Longines Manual-Winding Wristwatch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerLongines“BRAND: LONGINES”
Year1966“YEAR: 1966”
MovementCaliber 19.4“Longines manual winding movement with caliber 19.4 and 17 jewels”
Case Material14K white gold“14K WHITE GOLD”
Serial Number13376451“The serial number of the watch is 13376451”
Case InscriptionsVincent L. Ferreri – 21 years Zurich Insurance Co“engraved outside “Vincent L. Ferreri – 21 years Zurich Insurance Co””
Case Dimensions33mm diameter“SIZE – DIAMETER EXCLUDING WINDING CROWN: 33MM”
Jewel Count17“17 jewels”

Visible details

  • Light-grey dial with concentric circular graining on the sub-seconds register
  • Applied gold-colored baton indices
  • Longines signed crown
  • Mesh metal bracelet with adjustable clasp

Research qualifications

  • Originality of the mesh bracelet is not explicitly confirmed
  • Engraving details indicate previous personalization

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

Consulted source

ساعت Longines Calatrava با کالیبر 19.4 و بدنه 14K WG – 1966

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record 4e201fe7c5

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