Blancpain Triple Date Moonphase 18K White Gold Wristwatch, Ref. 1735
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1990s
Maker / issuer
BlancpainThis Blancpain wristwatch, identified by serial number 22, was manufactured in the 1990s. The watch features an 18K white gold three-body case measuring 38 mm in diameter and 11 mm in thickness, characterized by a stepped bezel, straight lugs, and a snap-on case back.
It is powered by the self-winding Caliber 6763, which is rhodium-plated and decorated with fausses cotes. The movement comprises 30 jewels, a straight-line lever escapement, a monometallic balance, a shock absorber, a self-compensating flat balance spring, and a micrometer regulator. The two-tone silver dial displays applied white gold radial Roman numerals, an outer date graduation, and apertures for the days of the week, months, and moon phases.
The watch is finished with blued feuille hands and is paired with an 18K white gold Blancpain buckle. The dial, case, and movement are signed by the maker.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Triple date moonphase wristwatch
- Maker
- Blancpain
- Diameter
- 38 mm
- Movement
- Cal. 6763
- Jewel count
- 30
- Case material
- 18K white gold
- Serial number
- 22
- Date of manufacture
- 1990s
- Maker / attribution
- Blancpain
Design
- Case and Dial
- The watch is housed in a three-body 18K white gold case with a polished finish. The design features a stepped bezel and straight lugs, with a snap-on case back and a sapphire crystal. The case has a measured diameter of 38 mm and a total thickness of 11 mm. The dial is rendered in a two-tone silver color. It is equipped with applied white gold radial Roman numerals for the hours and an outer graduation track for the date. It features apertures for the day of the week, month, and moon phase. The display is completed with blued feuille hands.
- Visible features
- • The moon phase indicator features a stylized face and starry sky. • Applied white gold Roman numerals mark the dial. • The watch includes a black leather strap with a white gold buckle. • The date is indicated by an outer track read by a central hand.
- Movement and Mechanics
- The timepiece is driven by the Caliber 6763, a self-winding, rhodium-plated movement. The finishing includes fausses cotes decoration. The mechanical assembly utilizes 30 jewels and a straight-line lever escapement. Technical features of the caliber include a monometallic balance equipped with a shock absorber and a self-compensating flat balance spring. Regulation is managed via a micrometer regulator. The auction description reports the movement is in very good condition with a grade of 2*.
- Signatures and Condition
- The watch is signed on the dial, case, and movement. The included 18K white gold buckle is also signed by Blancpain. Regarding the physical state of the item, the auction house grades the case as 'Good' and the dial as 'Very good'.
Identification
- Reference
- 1735
- Serial number
- 22
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: The exact country of manufacture is not explicitly stated in the source.
- Research required: The auction house recommends an overhaul for the movement.