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1959 Longines Flagship 'Big Ship' 18k Gold Wristwatch
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1959 Longines Flagship 'Big Ship' 18k Gold Wristwatch

1940 - 1960
Sold 1 February 2026 · Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
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?A 1959 Longines Flagship 'Big Ship' 18K gold wristwatch. A matte white dial with elongated hour markers, slightly larger at the quarters. An inner printed minute track with segmented 5 minute markers. An applied gilt Longines winged hourglass logo below 12, with printed script above. Signed to the lower section ''Flagship Automatic' with 3 stars.

A solid 18K gold case, with elegantly tapered lugs showing champfered edges. The case overall is particularly well proportioned with a slim bezel and a flat case back. The standout feature of this watch is the case back, with a raised 'big ship' depicted - showing minimal signs of wear to the decoration. Original Longines winding crown. Signed to the inner 'Longines, Fab Suisse, Flagship' as well as a Swiss poincon 108. Case reference 1403.

The watch is powered by a very rare, 27 jewel caliber 380 Longines mechanism. A slim rotor decorated with the Longines logo. Serial numbers date this watch to 1959.

Case width (excluding crown) 34mm

Case height 42mm

Case depth 10mm

From Kembery Watches you can expect a genuine wristwatch supplied with a presentation box that is in full working order and sold with 12 months guarantee. Free UK tracked, insured and signed for delivery on a day of your choice, for International deliveries please contact us for a quote. If you have any questions regarding our watches please call us or email us and we will be happy to help you. We can Facetime/Whatsapp video and show you in more detail.

Physical Dimensions
Height
4.2cm (1.65")
Width
3.4cm (1.34")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd has dated this Gold Vintage Watch to the 1950s.

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SA1179315
Description
?A 1959 Longines Flagship 'Big Ship' 18K gold wristwatch. A matte white dial with elongated hour markers, slightly larger at the quarters. An inner printed minute track with segmented 5 minute markers. An applied gilt Longines winged hourglass logo below 12, with printed script above. Signed to the lower section ''Flagship Automatic' with 3 stars.

A solid 18K gold case, with elegantly tapered lugs showing champfered edges. The case overall is particularly well proportioned with a slim bezel and a flat case back.

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The standout feature of this watch is the case back, with a raised 'big ship' depicted - showing minimal signs of wear to the decoration.
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd

Original Longines winding crown. Signed to the inner 'Longines, Fab Suisse, Flagship' as well as a Swiss poincon 108. Case reference 1403.

fig 1. A round gold wristwatch featuring a cream-coloured dial and a dark brown leather strap.
fig 1. 1959 Longines Flagship 'Big Ship' 18k Gold Wristwatch

The watch is powered by a very rare, 27 jewel caliber 380 Longines mechanism. A slim rotor decorated with the Longines logo. Serial numbers date this watch to 1959.

Case width (excluding crown) 34mm

Case height 42mm

fig 2. A round gold wristwatch featuring a cream-coloured dial and a dark brown leather strap.
fig 2. 1959 Longines Flagship 'Big Ship' 18k Gold Wristwatch

Case depth 10mm

From Kembery Watches you can expect a genuine wristwatch supplied with a presentation box that is in full working order and sold with 12 months guarantee. Free UK tracked, insured and signed for delivery on a day of your choice, for International deliveries please contact us for a quote. If you have any questions regarding our watches please call us or email us and we will be happy to help you. We can Facetime/Whatsapp video and show you in more detail.

Height
4.2cm (1.65")
Width
3.4cm (1.34")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd has dated this Gold Vintage Watch to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1179315
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2009
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A round gold wristwatch featuring a cream-coloured dial and a dark brown leather strap.
1959 Longines Flagship 'Big Ship' 18K Gold Wristwatch
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A round gold wristwatch featuring a cream-coloured dial and a dark brown leather strap.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectWristwatches
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleMid-Century Modern
  • Material18K Gold, Leather, Glass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsRound case, Dauphine hands, Applied index markers, Leather strap
  • SizeH 4.2 cm (2 in) x W 3.4 cm (1 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

FAQs

Mid-century watch design typically features clean dials, minimalist markers, slim profiles, and precious metal cases suited for formal dress wear.

Luxury watches from this period were constructed using solid 18-carat gold, stainless steel, acrylic crystals, and genuine leather straps.

Authentic pieces feature proper hallmark stamps on the case, signed crowns and dials, and movement serial numbers that correspond with manufacturer archives.

A classic gold wristwatch pairs effectively with tailored tailoring, minimalist knitwear, and understated everyday ensembles.

Keep vintage timepieces away from moisture, service the mechanical movement every few to several years, and store them in a climate-controlled environment.
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