1976 Gübelin 18ct Gold Special-Time Blue Dial 36.5mm

Here we have a 1976 Gübelin 18ct Gold Special-Time Blue Dial with a C-shaped 36.5mm 18ct Yellow Gold "Monocoque" (coque in French means hull) case design with the Swiss hallmarks engraved inside. The curvaceous flanks lead to a lug-to-lug length of 37mm and a case thickness of just 8mm, ensuring a comfortable fit on your wrist. Polished and brushed surfaces transition with crisp lines. On the right side, a coin-edged crown is slightly recessed to keep with its slim profile. The concave top encircles a domed acrylic crystal above a striking sunburst blue dial. Slim white batons mark the hours, slender white baton hands sit majestically in the centre, at noon, we have the Gübelin motif and at 6 o’clock, “Special Time”, completing this stunning versatile timepiece. Inside the monocoque case, we have a quality manually wound Peseux 7000, 21 jewels, beating at a leisurely 18,000 beats per hour, decorated in Côtes de Genève. It is paired with a well-suited 18mm StrapTailor suede strap and gold-plated pin buckle and comes with a Gübelin pouch, papers and an original sales receipt from 1976.

This watch is sold in a Gübelin pouch, with papers and a 1976 sales receipt. It is paired with a well-suited 18mm StrapTailor suede strap and gold-plated pin buckle. The watch is from Circa 1976 and is sold in worn condition, but overall, it is in fair vintage condition, as you can see from the photos. The watch comes with our 12-Months NON-Waterproof Warranty.

Every now and again I come across a watch I have never seen, never knew existed and surprises the life out of me, this Gübelin Special-Time is exactly one of those watches. Housed in a 36.5mm soft cushion 18ct yellow gold case and featuring the most striking deep blue dial contrasted perfectly against white indices and a simple two-hand layout, all powered by a manually wound Peseux 7000, this is a work of art on the wrist. To top it off this example comes with its Gübelin signed pouch, paperwork and original receipt. Snap up this rare gem whilst you can today!

Reference : 18-120
Movement : Manually Wound Peseux 7000
Age : Circa. 1976
Year : 1976
Case Size : 40mm
Case Thickness : 8mm
Lug to Lug : 37.5mm
Lugs : 18mm
Condition : Pre-Owned
Box and Papers : Box & Booklets
Case Material : 18ct Yellow Gold
Warranty : 12-Months NON-Waterproof Warranty
The wrist model's wrist size is 7inch

In 1854, Jakob Breitschmid laid the foundation for a legacy on the picturesque Pfistergrasse in Lucerne by establishing his distinguished watchmaker's shop. Through his dedication and skill, he flourished in his craft over the years. In the late 1870s, he embarked on a fateful journey by taking on Eduard Jakob Gübelin, a promising apprentice, under his wing. Born in East Switzerland in 1861, Gübelin's passion for the art of jewellery and gemology led him to Lucerne to learn from the esteemed master craftsman Breitschmid. Following an enriching period as a journeyman jeweller in Paris, Gübelin returned to Lucerne and reunited with his mentor in the business. In a surprising twist of fate, in 1886, Gübelin married Breitschmid's daughter, Bertha, and ascended to become his father-in-law's business partner. Eventually, in 1899, he assumed full ownership of the enterprise and rebranded it as the renowned House of Gübelin. Their unwavering commitment led to the establishment of a boutique in the former Hotel d'Angleterre on the enchanting Schwanenplatz by the shores of Lake Lucerne in 1903. In a significant development in 1923, they founded their own jewellery workshops, enabling them to offer exquisitely crafted jewels created in-house. Concurrently, Gübelin's son, Eduard Moritz, established a modest gemological laboratory in the same year to meticulously evaluate the gemstones intended for use in their jewellery, marking the inception of what has blossomed into one of the most esteemed gemological laboratories worldwide. In 1945, Eduard's sons assumed the mantle of leadership within the enterprise, with Walter overseeing the daily management and the ateliers. Simultaneously, Eduard Josef presided over all facets of the gems and laboratory. Eduard devoted numerous years to the comprehensive study of gemstones across Europe and the USA, pioneering innovative instruments to advance his research and emerging as a pioneer in the field of photomicrography. His groundbreaking work involved capturing the inner characteristics of gems and identifying inclusions, thereby revolutionising the process of valuation and identification. Presently, the Gübelin Gemological Laboratory has expanded to include branches in Hong Kong and New York.