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DeLaneu Ellipse 1645v101 - 18K Yellow Gold Malachite Dial

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A Statement Of Seventies Design
DeLaneau earned its reputation as "The Jeweler of Watches" by masterfully combining high-end watchmaking with bold, artistic design. This Ellipse from the 1970s is a perfect expression of that philosophy. The use of a vibrant, natural malachite dial set within a solid 18K yellow gold case was a hallmark of the era's most expressive luxury pieces. It sidestepped conventional watch design in favor of something more eclectic and colorful, treating the timepiece as a piece of jewelry first.
The Allure Of Natural Stone
What makes this watch notable is the deep, banded green of its malachite dial, a material that ensures no two watches are ever identical. The stone's natural patterns are the centerpiece, framed by a textured rope-pattern bezel that adds another layer of handcrafted detail. This combination of organic material and sculpted gold is pure 1970s luxury, a confident design that captures the spirit of the decade.
An Honest Piece Of History
This watch is in good overall condition. The solid gold case and bezel are well-preserved. The malachite dial, a fragile material by nature, is cracked in three large, equal pieces. As with every watch we offer, this piece has been verified as mechanically sound and is ready to wear.
The Art Of Winding
This is a watch for someone who appreciates the art and craft of 1970s design and understands the unique character of vintage stone dials. The manual wind movement requires a daily interaction, a quiet ritual of winding that creates a direct connection between the owner and the watch.
Key Specs
Reference: 1645v101
Model: Ellipse
Year: 1970s
Movement: Manual
Case Size: 27x33mm
Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Rope Pattern
Dial: Malachite
Metal: 18K Yellow Gold
Weight: 34g
SKU: 172
Vintage 1970s DeLaneu Ellipse 1645v101 18K YG Malachite Dial Manual 27 mm
DeLaneu Ellipse 1645v101 - 18K Yellow Gold Malachite Dial Sale price$8,500.00 USD

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4 months ago

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2 months ago

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