**Details**
- Brand: Longines (Longines‑Wittnauer, USA market)
- Model: “Constance” (hang‑tag: *Constance Br. Yel. 17J. 14K Gold Case*)
- Movement: Longines calibre 4LL, 17 jewels, manual wind, marked “LONGINES WATCH CO SWISS SEVENTEEN 17 JEWELS 4LL UNADJUSTED”.[4][1]
- Case: Solid 14k yellow gold, inside back stamped Longines‑Wittnauer with 14K gold marks and serial; yellow‑gold scalloped/stepped bezel design.[5][6]
- Band: Period Gemex U.S.A. expansion bracelet, marked GEMEX / PAT. PEND.; these are typically gold‑filled rather than solid gold, so band is being sold as gold‑tone / gold‑filled.[7][8]
- Total weight: Approx. 15 g on digital scale including movement, crystal and bracelet.[9]
- Size: Fits approx. 6.5–6.75 inch wrist on the sizer cone.[10]
- Dial: Silver‑tone with sunburst texture, applied gold indices and matching hands; acrylic crystal.
- Original packaging:
- Heavy gold‑tone metal Longines presentation case with satin interior printed “Longines – The World’s Most Honored Watch” and award medallions.[11][2]
- Outer faux‑woodgrain cardboard Longines‑Wittnauer box with gold script.[12][2]
- Green Longines guarantee booklet.
- Original jeweler’s slip and hanging price tag showing original price of $115.00.
**Function & condition**
- The watch winds and starts running; accuracy and power reserve have not been tested over 24 hours and it has not been serviced by the seller, so a routine cleaning/oiling is recommended for regular wear.[13]
- Case shows light surface wear and small scratches consistent with age; no noted deep dents.
- Dial and hands appear clean under normal viewing with minor age expected for a 1950s–60s piece.[1]
- Gemex expansion bracelet shows typical stretch‑band wear but is fully functional.[14]
- Presentation case and outer box show cosmetic wear, edge rubs, and light spotting but are structurally sound and display nicely.
**Approximate age**
- The 4LL 17‑jewel calibre and Longines‑Wittnauer branding match ladies’ dress watches produced for the U.S. market in the early‑to‑mid 1950s.
**What’s included**
- Longines “Constance” ladies wristwatch with Gemex band
- Original solid 14k gold case and Longines 4LL movement
- Original Longines metal presentation case and outer cardboard box
- Original hang tag, guarantee booklet, and jeweler’s slip
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