The Watch
The Gruen Curvex certainly ranks as an important line of historical watches. These pieces used a variety of curved cases and curved movements. During their two decades of production, they were the pinnacle of style and rivaled more expensive brands. Gruen also has a deep tie to America, which brings something different to the story.
The Gruen Curvex is hardly unknown, but it often escapes mention when collectors discuss iconic pieces from the more formative years of the wristwatch. The Curvex line of watches debuted in 1935 and was revolutionary due to the curved, wrist-hugging case designs. More importantly, the watches contained curved in-house-designed movements that followed their case shapes. The significance is that many brands began offering similarly curved watches but used small, flat movements. The Curvex was made until the mid-’50s in a dizzying array of case styles and materials.
Specific Information
Object nr: 422
Brand: Gruen
Model: Curvex
Reference: U38264
Year: 1940’s
Movement: cal. 440 Curvex 17 jewels
Material: 14k solid white gold
Original crown: Unsigned crown
Dimensions: Measures 22mm side to side (excluding crown) and 35mm from top lug to bottom lug.
Strap/Bracelet: Green (used) leather strap
Lug Width: 16mm
Box/Papers: No/No
The movement was professional serviced in March 2023. We leave a 3 months of warranty from date of purchase.
The Condition
The dial is factory original in brushed icy silver tone surface and it has solid gold markers and genuine diamonds set in cabochons. This watch comes with its original set of baton hands.
The dial is in a good condition with light signs of ageing due to its age. It pops amazingly, especially with the beautiful diamonds. This is a rare dial execution.
The 14k solid gold case is in good condition as with light signs of use.
The movement have been professional serviced (in 2023) - works perfectly and keeps great time.
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