A Lange & Sohne Perpetual Calendar Salmon Dial, Ref. 345.056

Asking $129,000 - Located in Palm Beach, FL

We are thrilled to present to you the A. Lange & Söhne Lange 1 Perpetual Calendar 150-piece Limited Edition Ref. 345.056 “Salmon”. This timepiece was recently unveiled by Lange, with two versions released around April 2022. The first is a regular offering with a dark grey dial in a pink gold case, while the other is a limited edition with a mesmerizing salmon dial in a white gold case, which we are privileged to offer today.

The Lange 1 Perpetual Calendar is one of the larger models in the Lange 1 line-up. It is 41.9mm x 12.1mm case is 3.4mm larger in diameter than the standard Lange 1 watches. However, given the number of intricate features in this reference, the case size can still be considered fairly compact and conservative, making it a wearable grand complication for most modern wrists.

The dial is a sight to behold, crafted from solid pink gold and adorned with a range of finishes. It features rhodium-plated white gold hands, adding to its luxurious appearance. The distinctive asymmetry of the Lange 1 is present, with the outsize date window at 11 o’clock, the day-of-the-week indicator at 9 o’clock, and the hours and minutes counter on the right. The moon phase cum small seconds indicator is located at 7 o'clock, reminiscent of the Daymatic design. The crucial perpetual calendar indications of month and leap year are displayed via a disc at the dial's periphery and a leap year pointer at 6 o’clock, respectively. This positioning is clean, simple, and unobtrusive, allowing the iconic Lange 1 layout to remain intact.

At the heart of this watch is Lange's self-winding, 63-jeweled Cal. L021.3 movement, which beats at 21,600 BPH and provides a 50-hour power reserve. It features a newly developed winding mechanism, with a unidirectional winding rotor made of 21-carat gold and a centrifugal mass crafted from platinum. The aesthetics of the rotor are impressive and carry the design DNA of the original rotor on the Langematik. The movement showcases beautiful finishing, charming German silver architecture, and a beautifully engraved balance cock, as is Lange's signature. The cal. L021.3 is an impressive tribute to the watch it powers, fittingly embodying Lange's uncompromising approach to watch design and construction.

The Lange 1 Perpetual Calendar is a stunning watch that highlights Lange's commitment to precision engineering and attention to detail. With only 150 pieces available of this limited edition reference, it is a rare and collectible timepiece that is sure to be treasured by any discerning watch collector.

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