A mid-1990s Longines Présence in a compact 23mm gold-plated case, powered by a reliable Longines quartz movement. Featuring a classic white Roman numeral dial with date aperture and slim proportions, this reference reflects the refined, formal aesthetic Longines became known for in the 1990s. An elegant small-format dress watch with complete period presentation.
Why It’s Special
The Présence line represents Longines’ understated dress offering — balanced, slim, and classically styled. This example retains its original dial, correct crown, original Longines leather strap, and genuine gold-plated Longines buckle. Offered with inner and outer box, manuals, and warranty papers dated 1995, it presents as a well-preserved period piece. (The serial on papers does not correspond to the case — a documented occurrence on certain 1990s Longines quartz models.)
Condition
Original white dial remains clean and evenly coloured, with no visible moisture damage, spotting, or signs of refinish. Printed Roman numerals and minute markers are crisp, and the date window is correctly aligned. Hands appear original and consistent in tone, free from corrosion. The gold-plated case shows honest wear consistent with age, including visible thinning along lug edges and case flanks; no signs of aggressive polishing. Stainless steel case-back retains factory brushing with light surface marks only. Sapphire crystal is clean with no visible chips or cracks. Original Longines leather strap shows significant wear consistent with mid-1990s use, paired with a genuine Longines gold-plated buckle showing matching wear. Inner box displays staining consistent with age.
Performance: Quartz movement running correctly.
Details
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Reference: L4.197.2
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Movement: Longines quartz
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Serial: 28671915 (1995)
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Case: 23 mm gold-plated case with stainless steel case-back
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Crystal: Sapphire
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Strap: Genuine Longines leather strap with gold-plated Longines buckle
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Inclusions: Full set — inner box, outer box, papers and manuals
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Provenance: Sourced from Japan and inspected in Melbourne
