A. Lange & Söhne

The notion of a time capsule in collecting is perhaps used too frequently, but when a rare and iconic reference presents itself with all the early original manufacture's specifications and full accessories it deserves such a mantle. Found here with its original 36mm 18k yellow gold case, early case back engraving and small "MIG" dial the present little Lange embodies so many of the qualities that make early Lange so fascinating for collectors of neo-vintage watches. Added to this rarely seen specification are a full compliment of accessories including International Guarantee and Original Bill of Sale. So impressed upon initial inspection the current example of the reference 111.021 featured in the Phillips exhibition, "Made in Germany, a tribute to early Lange 1 and Datograph" in March 2022.