Iwc 18k Cappuccino Tear Drop 1948

IWC has produced a very wide variety of wristwatches from an early time ranging from dress watches to aviation watches. This example, in 18k yellow gold with tear drop lugs and a beautiful cappuccino dial would remain a constant in anyone's collections.

In a huge 36 mm case which is considered oversized for the era, especially for a dress watch, it brings back relevance to today's modern aesthetics.

CASE:

• excellent overall condition, showing minor traces of use 
• 3- body 18K yellow gold case with snap-on case back
• 36 mm (without crown) / 45 mm (lug-to-lug) / 18 mm (between lugs)
• Year: 1948

MOVEMENT:

• International Watch Co Cal. 89
• 17 jewels, 18000 A/h, 44 hours power reserve
• professionally serviced in 02/2022
• +9sec/d / 320°

DIAL:

• original never touched cappuccino dial in great condition 
• original hands, dial and crown