18 Kt Gold A. Lange & Söhne Pocket Watch Made in Germany c1882

18 Kt Gold A. Lange & Söhne Pocket Watch Made in Germany c1882

This pocket watch is 18 Kt gold open-faced cased “A. Lange & Söhne Glashütte B. Dresden” and lies in a burgundy leather box.

Dial: The white enamel dial has clear black Arabic numbers with chased hands and a subsidiary seconds dial at the six. The top centre is signed: “A. Lange & Söhne Glashütte B. Dresden”.

Movement: The movement has 17 jewels and a gold anchor lever movement with a gold escape wheel, the movement has steel wolf teeth winding work above top plate, and blued steel screws. The movement is signed “A. Lange & Söhne Glashütte B. Dresden” and numbered 16308.

Case: The watch lies in an 18 Kt gold open-faced case screw-back case. The rear is engine turned and is monogram-free. The inside of the cuvette is signed “18 kt” and numbered “16308”.

Diameter: 51 mm – Weight: 97.3 grams

Made in Germany - Circa 1882

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A history of A Lange & Söhne

A. Lange & Söhne is a distinguished German watchmaking firm celebrated for its superior timepieces. Founded by Ferdinand Adolph Lange in 1845 in Glashütte, a quaint town in Saxony, the company played a crucial role in establishing Glashütte as a centre for precision watchmaking.

Initially, the firm specialised in producing pocket watches known for their outstanding craftsmanship and technical excellence. Lange pioneered innovative features, including the three-quarter plate, which enhanced movement stability. By the late 19th century, A. Lange & Söhne had earned global recognition for its exquisite pocket watches, sought after by the nobility and aristocracy.

The company faced setbacks during World War II and was nationalised during the socialist period in East Germany. However, in 1990, after Germany's reunification, Walter Lange, Ferdinand's great-grandson, revived the brand. Since then, A. Lange & Söhne has reclaimed its status as a leading watchmaker, offering both wristwatches and exclusive limited-edition pocket watches, while upholding its tradition of precision and luxury.