1983 Atmos Clock 550 "Prestige" sn-0568

£7495.00

Jaeger LeCoultre Limited Edition "Prestige" from 1983 (limited to 3,000 units- Fully Guaranteed - Collectors Item

ATMOS "Prestige" Caliber 550

Ref. No.: 220.001

Serial Number: 0568 (of 3,000)

by Jaeger-LeCoultre with Original Transport Case

Completely original - limited edition from 1983.

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Description:

An opportunity to own one of the few limited-edition Atmos PRESTIGE models from the 1980s: This "ATMOS Prestige" was listed in the catalogs from 1981 and 1988 and was limited to 3,000 pieces. This is model number 0568. The model borrows from the design of the first Reutter clocks from the 1930s, as seen in the faceted dials and the richly detailed case.

This example was built in 1983.

The pictures show the clock in every detail.

The dial is flawless, the Roman numerals are beautifully black, and the Breguet hands are black.

Dimensions: HxWxD: approx. 27x17x16cm, making the Prestige taller than a Classic Atmos model.

This Atmos Prestige has been fully refurbished to original manufacturer specifications :

- completely disassembled and serviced

- checked the pressure chamber; it works perfectly

- cleaned and carefully polished the case

- very carefully serviced, cleaned, and reassembled the movement

- completely re-adjusted and timed the clock

- polished all glass panes.

It runs like new and accurately very accurately

Setting/Fine Adjustment:

This precision Atmos clock is finely and accurately adjusted using the adjustment lever under the case.

A rare opportunity to own one of the most prestigeous ATMOS clocks.

Provided with the Atmos Clock :

  • the Original Transport Case shown in the pictures

  • Our  30 day no quibble refund and 12 month working Guarantee (please see our Terms and Conditions)

  • comprehensive New Owner Setup and Care Guide

  • a pair of Cotton Gloves

  • an 88 page copy of Living on Air "History of the Atmos Clock"

Please note that this item does not include any display stand shown in the pictures.

All of our Atmos clocks are posted by insured tracked delivery. They are "double boxed" to ensure the clock is fully protected.

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This limited edition Atmos clock is a genuine icon of style and a true collectors item.

The Jaeger LeCoultre Atmos Clock model 550 "Prestige" is very popular collectors item. It was made in limited numbers, 3,000 units in total during the 1980's with slightly smaller but taller dimensions than the "Classic" models, replicating the style of the very first clocks from the 1930's

AGE:

1983

MADE IN:

Switzerland

MATERIAL:

24k Gold Plated Brass, Glass

DIMENSIONS:

Height: 270mm   Width: 170mm   Depth: 160mm

CONDITON:

This clock is perfect original condition. There are no age related marks. This 24k Gold is complete with no tarnishing. This is exceptional for a clock of this period and nothing detracts from its overall appeal. The glass panels are all complete, in excellent condition and with no damage. The movement has been fully serviced and is running perfectly and keeping exceptionally good time. Although this clock does not require winding and has been regulated it is still a mechanical timekeeper and the hands will need to be reset to the correct time occasionally.

H270 x W170 x D160mm