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Big Nutty · 25 October 2009, 03:19 AM

In need of assistance identifying an YG Datejust (18K case and bracelet I believe). The details are still coming in…but with the watch has what appears to be a chronometer certificate dated 1959.

The document contains:

“Bureaux Suisses De Controle Officiel De La Marche Des Montres”

Hand written on the document appears to be variations in daily rates, etc.

Escapement = ancre.
Hairspring = Breguet
Balance = non magnetique
Movement no 9/XXXXXX
Ref 6605
S/ 48XXXX

Is it safe to assume this watch dates to 1959? The series seems to place the watch in the late-1940’s but I may be interpreting this incorrectly. I thought that the 6605's were introduced in 1954. Also, what prices should be paid? (Appears to have been a “safe queen”. Watch is supposed to be all original and mint.)

I will try to get pics soon. As always, all help is appreciated.

Big Nutty · 26 October 2009, 01:11 AM

Anyone able to help identify the correct year for this watch? Any info is appreciated.

greekbum · 26 October 2009, 02:03 AM

Picture from 1959 Advertisement
serials are below and the 1 you posted would be a 1959
1958 353343
1959 399000
1960 511687

values? http://www.christies.com/LotFinder/l...jectID=5158505
There was a pink or rose gold that year also

Big Nutty · 26 October 2009, 06:03 AM

Thanks Nikos!

Big Nutty · 3 November 2009, 02:48 PM

OK vintage gurus...the watch appears to be an all original minty 1959 18K YG DJ. (Still trying to get pics.)

1. How collectable are these timepieces?
2. Any more ideas on current mkt values or trends?
3. Any rarity with these? Anything specials to look for (like the Double Red SD's) or are these usually just "nice older watches"?

greekbum · 3 November 2009, 03:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Big Nutty

OK vintage gurus...the watch appears to be an all original minty 1959 18K YG DJ. (Still trying to get pics.)

1. How collectable are these timepieces?
2. Any more ideas on current mkt values or trends?
3. Any rarity with these? Anything specials to look for (like the Double Red SD's) or are these usually just "nice older watches"?

IMHO Anything old that you don't see everyday is rare.If its in excellent condition that helps.For the right price I am sure there is a market for it.

Big Nutty · 5 November 2009, 02:36 PM

good points!

25 October 2009, 03:19 AM	#1
Big Nutty Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: U.S.A. Watch: TT Datejust Posts: 46	YG 6605? Need help... In need of assistance identifying an YG Datejust (18K case and bracelet I believe). The details are still coming in…but with the watch has what appears to be a chronometer certificate dated 1959. The document contains: “Bureaux Suisses De Controle Officiel De La Marche Des Montres” Hand written on the document appears to be variations in daily rates, etc. Escapement = ancre. Hairspring = Breguet Balance = non magnetique Movement no 9/XXXXXX Ref 6605 S/ 48XXXX Is it safe to assume this watch dates to 1959? The series seems to place the watch in the late-1940’s but I may be interpreting this incorrectly. I thought that the 6605's were introduced in 1954. Also, what prices should be paid? (Appears to have been a “safe queen”. Watch is supposed to be all original and mint.) I will try to get pics soon. As always, all help is appreciated.

26 October 2009, 01:11 AM	#2
Big Nutty Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: U.S.A. Watch: TT Datejust Posts: 46	Anyone able to help identify the correct year for this watch? Any info is appreciated.

26 October 2009, 06:03 AM	#4
Big Nutty Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: U.S.A. Watch: TT Datejust Posts: 46	Thanks Nikos!

3 November 2009, 02:48 PM	#5
Big Nutty Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: U.S.A. Watch: TT Datejust Posts: 46	OK vintage gurus...the watch appears to be an all original minty 1959 18K YG DJ. (Still trying to get pics.) 1. How collectable are these timepieces? 2. Any more ideas on current mkt values or trends? 3. Any rarity with these? Anything specials to look for (like the Double Red SD's) or are these usually just "nice older watches"?

5 November 2009, 02:36 PM	#7
Big Nutty Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: U.S.A. Watch: TT Datejust Posts: 46	good points!

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