To captivate their clientele in vintage times, Longines offered an object d'art called the mystery dial targeted at the U.S. market. The watches were named after the way the hour marker seemed to mysteriously float around dial, unattached to the rest of the watch, yet keeping perfect time.
We are proud to offer today this uncommon and desirable Thunderbolt dial Mystérieuse with these qualities:
- Mystery dial featuring an 'invisible' revolving disk equipped with a white gold and diamond hour markers, appearing to float around the dial as the watch registers the time
- Distinctive and uncommon thunderbolt dial markers
- Elegant solid 14K white gold case with one-piece design to better protect the movement
- Very high-quality Longines movement, showcasing top tier Swiss craftsmanship from the era
We were fortunate to acquire it in beautiful original condition, original down to the dial and hands. The only replacement part is the winding crown which is Longines-Wittnauer and signed with the Wittnauer logo. Longines and Wittnauer were partners in the U.S. and shared an after sales servicing network under the name Longines-Wittanuer. See our photo for a sampling of Longines/Wittnauer shared winding crowns.
Our watchmaker has freshly cleaned and oiled it, and it is For the finishing touch it has been equipped it with leather strap making it ready for immediate enjoyment. If you would like a different color strap, please inquire.
Included with the purchase is a one-year warranty on the movement and its function and a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity.
- Manufacturer: Longines
- Country of origin: Switzerland, made for the U.S. market
- Year built: c. 1960
- Functions: Mystery Time (hours and minutes)
- Designed for: Men
- Case material: 14K white gold
- Case markings (outside): 14K Gold, 1200, Use Admiral 1200 Wrench
- Case condition: Better than excellent with fairly mild wear
- Dial: Signed Longines mystery dial, silver, white gold thunderbolt and diamond markers at the primary hours, original, near mint plus condition with light aging to the surface lacquer
- Dimensions: 34mm wide (without crown), 41mm long lug tip-to-tip
- Hands: Original, white gold dauphine minute hand and diamond hour marker
- Jewels: 17 rubies
- Band: Leather, fully stitched, padded, short length for a small mens wrist or for a woman. Please inquire if you would like a strap of a different color or length.
- Crystal: Acrylic, domed, vintage, good condition
- Serviced: Yes, freshly cleaned and oiled.
- Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an experienced team of watchmakers both of whom each have over forty years of experience and a large number of parts.
- Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email [email protected] for details.
- Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate
- Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee
