Junghans 17 Jewels Wristwatch
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1960-1969
Maker / issuer
JunghansThis catalogued item is an individual vintage men's wristwatch attributed to Junghans, offered under auction lot number 89400381 and dated by the source to 1960–1969.
The timepiece features a round silvery metallic case exhibiting noticeable scratches and surface wear. Its two-tone bullseye-style dial displays a circular grey central section surrounded by an off-white chapter ring with alternating applied Arabic numerals and baton hour markers. The dial is printed 'JUNGHANS 17 JEWELS' below the 12 o'clock position and is fitted with broad dark hour and minute hands alongside a slim red central seconds hand.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
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- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Analogue wristwatch
- Period
- 1960-1969
- Maker / attribution
- Junghans
- Source Listing Title
- Junghans - Chronometer - No Reserve Price - Men - 1960-1969
Design
- Visible features
- • Two-tone dial comprising a grey inner circle and a light-toned outer chapter ring • Dial marked 'JUNGHANS 17 JEWELS' beneath the 12 o'clock marker • Hour track marked with applied golden Arabic numerals for even hours and baton indices for odd hours • Slender red central seconds hand paired with broad dark-toned hour and minute hands • Round metallic case showing noticeable surface scratching and wear on the lugs and bezel • Fluted crown positioned at 3 o'clock • Fitted with a textured black strap
- Dial Configuration and Display
- The dial displays a two-tone arrangement comprising an inner grey circle bordered by a light-toned outer chapter ring. The hour track is detailed with applied golden Arabic numerals for the even hours and applied baton indices indicating the odd hours. Analog time display is provided by broad dark-toned hour and minute hands accompanied by a slender red central seconds hand.
- Object Identity and Auction Designation
- This vintage analogue men's wristwatch was catalogued under lot number 89400381 and attributed by the source to Junghans, dated to the 1960–1969 period. The auction listing title designates the timepiece as 'Junghans - Chronometer - No Reserve Price - Men - 1960-1969'. Despite the auction title using the term 'Chronometer', the physical dial does not show chronometer certification text; instead, it is marked 'JUNGHANS 17 JEWELS' beneath the 12 o'clock position.
- Case Construction and Physical Condition
- The watch features a round metallic case with a fluted winding crown located at the 3 o'clock position. Surface wear and noticeable scratching are visible across the case lugs and bezel. The timepiece is fitted with a textured black strap attached between the lugs.
Identification
- Lot Number
- 89400381
- 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 auction lot heading includes 'Chronometer', but the dial does not display chronometer certification text
- Research required: Movement caliber and internal case markings are not documented in the visible source snippet