GÜBELIN “CHIOCCOLATONE” — TRIPLE DATE MOONPHASE Ref. 14 D 2580-06 | 18K Rose Gold | Circa 1961 With Original Box • Rare Complication • Rich Patina From the golden heart of 1960s Swiss watchmaking emerges a rare and soulful timepiece: the Gübelin “Chioccolatone”, a poetic fusion of complexity, character, and enduring elegance. Rendered in solid 18K rose gold, its bold, sculptural case and graceful curves embody a style both confident and timeless. This example remains completely unpolished, proudly showing a strong, even patina across the rose gold surfaces — a quiet testament to decades lived honestly. Paired with a tasteful leather strap, the warmth of the metal and the softness of the strap create a wrist presence that feels personal, not flashy — refined yet unafraid of its age. At the center lies a mechanical marvel: a beautifully laid out triple date moonphase complication, driven by a self-winding movement based on the esteemed Felsa Bidynator 693. The original dial, signed by Gübelin, retains its harmony with only the faintest traces of oxidation — the kind that reminds you this watch has not been locked away, but lived. ️ Highlights: • Rare triple date + moonphase configuration • 18K rose gold unpolished case with natural, attractive patina • Original dial with minimal aging; hands original • Fitted with elegant leather strap for timeless wearability • Original Gübelin presentation box included (no papers) • Signed dial, case, and movement Technical Details: • Reference: 14 D 2580-06 • Case No.: 139087 • Caliber: Automatic 11½’’ (Felsa Bidynator 693 base), 17 jewels • Size: 31mm x 45mm (with lugs) Condition Summary: • Case: 1-8 – Excellent, with light surface marks and strong original hallmarks • Dial: 2-6-01 – Very good, slightly oxidized, hands original • Movement: 2* – Very good, running; overhaul recommended ⸻ For the collector who seeks character over polish and meaning over trend, this Gübelin Chioccolatone is more than a watch — it’s a quiet companion from another era, where craftsmanship met poetry and time was told with soul.