Wristwatch · Quartz chronograph wristwatch head

Lorenz Quartz Chronograph Wristwatch Head

Partially verified

Offered as an individual wristwatch head without a bracelet or strap, this Lorenz quartz chronograph features a gilded metal case fitted with a stainless steel back. The white dial displays printed Arabic numerals, three subsidiary dials for multiple functions, an outer calendar scale running 1 through 31, and alternating month markings. Functions listed by the source include chronograph capabilities and an alarm mode, alongside a reported water-resistance rating of 3 ATM. The source catalog reports marking on the caseback including number 15698, and notes that the battery requires replacement.

Dial view of the Lorenz quartz chronograph wristwatch head — Live Art TV. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source: www.invaluable.com
Category: Wristwatch · Quartz chronograph wristwatch head
Maker / attribution: Lorenz
Reference: 15698
Catalogue / lot identifier: 22
Source-reported date: Not established
Country: 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 Configuration

This object consists of a watch head offered without a band or strap. The auction catalog describes it as crafted from gilded metal with a stainless steel backing, noting dimensions of 1.5 inches high by 1.25 inches wide by 0.25 inches deep (30 mm) and a weight of 0.9 oz.

Visual observation indicates a yellow gold-tone case featuring projecting notched markers along the bezel circumference, with four circular pushers located on the outer case flanks.

Evidence for this section

“crafted from gilded metal with a stainless steel backing”
“Does not come with a band or belt with it”
“measures 1.5 inches high by 1.25 inches wide by 0.25 inches deep. (30 mm)”
“The watch face weighs 0.9 oz”
“Yellow gold-tone case featuring projecting notched markers along the bezel circumference.”
“Four circular pushers located on the outer case flanks.”

Dial Layout and Multi-Function Display

The white dial is signed 'LORENZ Chronograph' at the 3 o'clock position and features printed Arabic hour numerals. The outer dial perimeter carries a date scale numbered 1 through 31, accompanied by an adjacent track showing an alarm off/volume scale between 4 and 5 o'clock.

Three subsidiary dials are positioned at 9, 12, and 6 o'clock, indicating 24-hour time, sub-second/fractional recording with month indicators, and function modes (TIME, CAL, AL-1, AL-2, 0, CHR, TMR, L-TM). The auction text correspondingly reports alarm and chronograph capabilities.

Evidence for this section

“White dial signed 'LORENZ Chronograph' at 3 o'clock with Arabic hour numerals.”
“Outer date scale numbered 1 through 31 with an adjacent track showing an alarm off/volume scale between 4 and 5 o'clock.”
“Subsidiary dials positioned at 9, 12, and 6 o'clock indicating 24-hour time, sub-second/fractional recording with month indicators, and function modes (TIME, CAL, AL-1, AL-2, 0, CHR, TMR, L-TM).”
“The watch comes complete with alarm, chronograph capabilities”

Reported Specifications and Operational Status

According to the source, the watch is water resistant up to 3 ATM, and marking on the back is said to indicate this rating as well as the number 15698. However, no photograph of the caseback or movement is provided in the source record.

Regarding operational condition, the auction catalog states that 'the battery must be changed.' Consequently, movement functionality and timekeeping performance are not documented.

Evidence for this section

“the watch is water resistant up to 3 ATM”
“Marking on the back indicates this information as well as the number 15698”
“the battery must be changed.”

Open research questions

What specific quartz movement caliber powers the multi-function dial display?
What markings, reference text, or serial numbers appear on the physical caseback?
Does the movement operate properly across all modes following battery installation?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Lorenz Quartz Chronograph Wristwatch Head
Field	Source-reported value	Source quotation
Case Material	Gilded metal with stainless steel backing	“crafted from gilded metal with a stainless steel backing”
Water Resistance	Up to 3 ATM	“the watch is water resistant up to 3 ATM”
Reference Number	15698	“Marking on the back indicates this information as well as the number 15698”
Strap Status	Without band or belt	“Does not come with a band or belt with it”
Dimensions	1.5 in H x 1.25 in W x 0.25 in D (30 mm)	“measures 1.5 inches high by 1.25 inches wide by 0.25 inches deep. (30 mm)”
Reported Weight	0.9 oz	“The watch face weighs 0.9 oz”

Visible details

Yellow gold-tone case featuring projecting notched markers along the bezel circumference.
Four circular pushers located on the outer case flanks.
White dial signed 'LORENZ Chronograph' at 3 o'clock with Arabic hour numerals.
Subsidiary dials positioned at 9, 12, and 6 o'clock indicating 24-hour time, sub-second/fractional recording with month indicators, and function modes (TIME, CAL, AL-1, AL-2, 0, CHR, TMR, L-TM).
Outer date scale numbered 1 through 31 with an adjacent track showing an alarm off/volume scale between 4 and 5 o'clock.

Research qualifications

No image of the movement or caseback is provided; caliber and reference marking 15698 remain source-reported.
Offered as a watch head without band or strap; auctioneer notes the battery needs replacement.

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

Consulted source

Sold at Auction: ., LORENZ QUARTZ WATCH FACE

Reviewed 2026-10-21 · Record 0dcffdb17c

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