Nadine Krakov
Collection
Fine Jewelry, Arts
& Antiques
9454 Wilshire Blvd. Ste M20
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
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CHOPARD L.U.C 18 karat Yellow Gold Watch on Leather Strap
A
classic Chopard L.U.C 12.96 caliber watch made of 18 karat yellow gold with an
original leather strap. Designed by Michel Parmigiani, the model features a
white face with gold Arabic numerals on 12, 3, 6 and 9 o’clock, a small seconds
feature and a skeleton back. The movement is automatic self-wind.
This unisex
watch is equipped with L.U.C 12.96 caliber.
Chopard launched their own
watchmaking manufacture in 1993. Right after the launch, the company started to
program an original caliber. L.U.C 1.96 was introduced in 1996 and gained a
huge success. Professional media called it "probably the finest automatic
movement being produced in Switzerland today" and awarded it the
"Watch of the Year." L.U.C 1.96 remains in production today and is an
amazing example of modern technology. The punctuated abbreviation L. U. C
stands for founder Louis Ulysse Chopard. Sometimes it could be spelled as “LUC”
and never as “L.U.C.”, so there is something to pay attention to while buying
vintage Chopard watch. Chopard Manufacture produces the L.U.C calibers mostly
by hands.
This bold minimalist vintage watch is made of 18 karat yellow gold;
it carries a Swiss made automatic movement and an original Chopard leather
strap.
Serial and reference numbers 1503631 and 115057.
All the watch parts are
original Chopard.
This Chopard watch case is 1 9/16" (39 mm) in diameter
and ¼” (5 mm) thick. The watch with the original Chopard leather strap measures
9 3/8" x ¾” (23.5 x 1.9 cm) and fits for an up to 8" (20-cm) wrist.
The vintage watch weighs 68.2 grams.
In
great condition; wear consistent with age and use (please see pictures for
details).
Our Policy:
We guarantee the
authenticity of our pieces, as well as the stated condition and functionality
of all items.
We do not refund any
shipping and handling charges.
All returned items must
be in the same condition in which they were received by the buyer.
International buyers are responsible for all customs duties, brokerage fees, and
taxes, which are NOT included in the shipping costs.
About us:
The Nadine Krakov
Collection is a mature business that has been serving Beverly Hills and Los
Angeles antique and estate jewelry needs for over 20 years. Our
first store opened in October 1997 and we are currently located in Beverly
Hills, California.
About the Brand:
Chopard
was initially established in 1860 as a watchmaking brand. Along with the
high-end watches, the Swiss company is famous for its luxury jewelry pieces.
Meaningful heart-shaped design, floating diamonds and red-carpet fame — those
are all the parts of Chopard’s authentic concept. The core of Chopard
philosophy is Joie de Vivre and Freedom of Creativity. In 1976 this philosophy
led the Maison to create the first watch with free-moving diamonds between
crystal glass. “Diamonds are happier when they are free” — this motto goes
along the lines with Chopard spirit. The concept of Happy Diamonds works for
jewelry as well. Each brand’s piece is made in one of its three production
sites. The culture of craftsmanship and quality standards are exemplary high
here. For instance, Chopard only uses diamonds with fluorescence between “none”
and “faint”. Recently the brand has been following the strict rules of
sustainable and ethical jewelry production. Responsibly sourcing diamonds and gold
has become a necessity for the brand’s values. The latest update on this matter
was Chopard’s promise to make all the gold used to craft their jewelry 100%
ethical.