Since the introduction of Lange 1 in 1994, the color blue has always been used in a sparingly manner in A. Lange & Söhne’s collection and often on rare models. From 1995 with the Lange 1 in yellow gold with blued hands ref. 101.022, the blue series ref. 101.027 in white gold, or the brand’s 25th anniversary series ref. 191.066, these dashes of blue sparks true joy to collectors of the brand.

A timepiece that never appeared in the catalogue of A. Lange & Söhne, the “secret” reference 101.027X in white gold featuring a set of blued hands had an interesting back story of its origin. According to scholars, the reference was meant to be launched in celebration of an important milestone for Dresden and Saxony’s UNESCO Heritage Site particularly the Loschwitz Bridge coloured in blue also known as the Blue Wonder, hence the touch of blued hands. The present Lange 1 ref. 101.027X with pure aesthetics is a timepiece of extreme rarity, its production numbers are shrouded in secrecy and only a few examples have resurfaced in the market. Reaching new heights with amazing results during our PHILLIPS Geneva XV auction in 2022 of CHF 138,600, this is another chance for the discerned collector to obtain this rare bird. For those who seeks an extremely collectible and well-preserved model from the Glashütte brand, we are delighted that your hunt is over.