{"product_id":"exceptionnelle-jaeger-lecoultre-chronometre-geomatic-ref-e398-en-or-jaune-circa-1965-e25m","title":"Exceptional Jaeger-LeCoultre Chronometre Geomatic Ref. E398 in Yellow Gold, circa 1965","description":"In 1962, four years after the legendary Geophysic, Jaeger-LeCoultre launched the Chronometre Geomatic, a watch \"for the man of action\" conceived as a concentration of its finest innovations: automatic movement with full rotor, date through an aperture, antimagnetic, shock-resistant, hacking seconds and chronometer certification by the Official Testing Bureaux. While the steel version is already rare with around 2,000 examples, the 18-carat Yellow Gold version (Ref. E398) is rarer still, with only ± 1,500 examples produced between 1962 and 1971, across 2 references. The 36 mm gold case is distinguished by a thinner, angular bezel, soldered lugs, an onion crown, and the famous \"Chronometre Geomatic\" medallion with its terrestrial globe engraved directly into the screwed gold caseback.\nThe example we are pleased to offer is preserved in superb overall condition. The silver\/Silver sunburst dial – the most characteristic version of the model – features applied faceted gold markers, and all its tritium luminescent dots, round and intact, have developed a magnificent uniform and warm patina. The perfectly crisp \"owl’s head\" hallmarks indicate a destination for the French market. The chronometer-certified K881G caliber has been fully serviced by one of our experienced watchmakers and works to the strictest tolerances. The piece is presented on a new black alligator leather strap, hand-stitched by our craftsman.\nIn early 2023, Jaeger-LeCoultre presented, with its \"The Collectibles\" initiative, an example similar to ours, sold for €30,000 upon its publication. The Geomatic in Yellow Gold represents one of the finest achievements of the Le Sentier manufacture in the second half of the 20th century, and this example of impeccable quality constitutes a rare opportunity for the discerning collector.","brand":"Jaeger-LeCoultre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54483144278339,"sku":"E25M","price":8450.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1378\/9763\/files\/E25M-Exceptionnelle-Jaeger-LeCoultre-Chronometre-Geomatic-ref-E398-en-or-jaune-circa-1965-Front-1.jpg?v=1779716046","url":"https:\/\/amplitudewatches.co\/en\/products\/exceptional-jaeger-lecoultre-chronometre-geomatic-ref-e398-in-yellow-gold-circa-1965-e25m","provider":"Amplitude","version":"1.0","type":"link"}