{"product_id":"longines-presence-quartz-1990-full-set","title":"Longines Présence | Quartz | 1990 | Full Set","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe Longines Présence collection has long represented the quieter side of Swiss watchmaking — restrained proportions, traditional detailing and an emphasis on timeless dress-watch design. This example, originally sold in April 1990, is particularly appealing for its remarkably complete accompanying set.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe warm champagne dial is beautifully simple, featuring slender applied baton hour markers, fine hands and a framed date aperture at 3 o’clock. The traditional Longines signature and elegant \u003cem\u003ePrésence\u003c\/em\u003e script complete a design that feels unmistakably of its period without appearing dated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eMeasuring just 32mm excluding the crown, the gold-tone case retains the slim, elegant proportions associated with traditional men's dress watches. Long, narrow lugs give the watch a little more presence on the wrist, while the polished finish complements the warmth of the dial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eInside is a Swiss quartz movement, providing the reliability and ease of ownership that defined an important period of Longines production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe watch is currently presented on a black leather strap, while an additional brown leather strap is also included, allowing the character of the watch to be changed easily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhat makes this example particularly attractive is its accompanying provenance. The watch retains its original Longines certificate of origin \/ guarantee card, dated 11 April 1990 and stamped by historic British jeweller and watchmaker Bravingtons, together with its Longines literature, document wallet and presentation box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eA wonderfully complete example of understated Longines dress-watch design, preserved with the documentation that connects it directly to its original sale more than three decades ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSpecifications\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Longines\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Présence\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1567 231 2121 \u003cem\u003e(as recorded on guarantee card)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25278123\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1990\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Swiss Quartz\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold-tone\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase with Crown:\u003c\/strong\u003e 34mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Champagne\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hours, minutes, seconds and date\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrap:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black leather\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Strap:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown leather\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not guaranteed due to age\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very good vintage condition with age-related wear visible on close inspection\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage Watch HQ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64704355008889,"sku":null,"price":295.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0900\/2781\/9385\/files\/IMG_8296.jpg?v=1790603424","url":"https:\/\/vintagewatchhq.com\/products\/longines-presence-quartz-1990-full-set","provider":"Vintage Watch HQ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}