Warranty
We guarantee the authenticy and the function of the watch *
* pleaese refer to the warranty and returns policy, as well as to the General Terms and Conditions.
A celebration of Minerva’s chronograph-making heritage, the Avus II merges old-world craftsmanship with modern execution in a way few watches ever could.
To celebrate the manufacturer’s 140th anniversary, it was produced in 1997 as a highly exclusive limited edition of only 26 pieces, it pays tribute to the golden age of motorsport timing while showcasing the artisanal spirit that made Minerva one of Switzerland’s most respected chronograph specialists.
Clothed in sterling silver and powered by an archival Valjoux 22, this Avus II offers a compelling combination of rarity, mechanical pedigree, and timeless design, as every detail feels deliberate and elegant.
A true connoisseur’s chronograph, produced in numbers so small that encountering another example is a rare event in itself, this one happens to be the 2nd ever produced!
Please refer to the high-resolution pictures to assess the condition of the watch.
MODEL / REFERENCE: Minerva Avus II Limited Edition Chronograph, reference S22-A8A. Full set, originally sold in 1997. This example is part of a limited production of only 26 pieces. Inventory Code: DW-08.
DIAL + HANDS: Silver-plated dial with a classic bi-register chronograph layout, featuring a 30-minute recorder at 3 o’clock and running seconds at 9 o’clock. The dial remains beautifully preserved, with a clean surface and crisp printing throughout.
The mirror-polished Arabic numerals, along with the elegant, blued sword hands create a striking contrast against the bright silver background. Both the hands and numerals are preserved in excellent condition.
CRYSTAL: Sapphire crystal in excellent condition.
CASE: The three-body sterling silver case measures an impressive 42mm in diameter, giving the watch strong wrist presence while retaining refined proportions. Its rounded profile, sloped bezel, and downturned lugs draw inspiration from historic Minerva chronographs.
The case appears to have been very lightly polished in the past, if not at all. The surface remains in good condition overall, displaying traces of oxidation, namely on the sides, along with subtle wear marks throughout, commensurate with age and use.
CASEBACK: Screw-held, display case back allowing a view of the mechanical chronograph movement. The outer side remains in good condition, with mild surface oxidation and light scratches throughout consistent with careful handling.
The engravings remain sharp and legible, while the transparent section is free of any major defects.
CROWN + PUSHERS: Original signed crown operating correctly from winding to time setting. The rectangular chronograph pushers engage positively, with the chronograph functions starting, stopping, and resetting crisply.
MOVEMENT: Manually wound Minerva-signed Valjoux 22 chronograph movement with column wheel construction and a 30-minute recorder. The signed movement is clean, runs properly, and all chronograph functions operate as intended.
BRACELET: Original black leather strap signed Minerva, fitted with its matching sterling silver pin buckle. The strap shows signs of wear consistent with age.
ACCESSORIES: Full set including original presentation boxes, warranty documents, extract of ownership, original invoice.
WARRANTY: We guarantee the authenticity of the watch. We also provide a 12-month warranty covering the correct function of this timepiece. All guarantees are subject to our General Terms and Conditions.
9,900 CHF
We guarantee the authenticy and the function of the watch
In case the watch should not be as described and pictured, you have the right to return it to us and we will issue a full refund
We provide safe transaction and shipping
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Our business is built on your trust. We guarantee all our timepiece are authentic and as described / pictured or you will receive a full refund.
We guarantee the functionality of our watches. Please refer to the guarantee period stated in each product description. All guarantees are subject to the General Terms and Conditions (GTC)
Excluded from the warranty for defects are the accuracy, waterproof / water resistance, wear of the wristband and general wear and tear, scratches on the wristband or case, and damage to the glass / crystal.
CHRONOSCOPE is not liable for defects to the products caused by improper handling by the buyer or any third parties, as well as for general wear and tear.
The warranty for defects is null and void if the customer or a third-party attempt to repair the products themselves, unless prior specific written agreements have been made with CHRONOSCOPE
The compensation for the violation of contractual obligations by CHRONOSCOPE is limited to the amount paid by the buyer.
Due to the nature of vintage timepieces, all watches are sold as is. We will accurately describe the current condition and working order of all watches we sell to the best of our ability. Given that vintage watches are antique collector items, we do not provide any guarantee on movement accuracy, water-proofing or any other mechanical guarantee unless it is mentioned in the product description.
We check all watches when listing the watch for sales, and again before shipping. In rare cases, shipping can cause the movement problems. Therfore, please check all functions of the watch upon receipt. Should you find any issues, please notifiy us by email without dealy.
In the unlikely case you should not be satisfied with the watch you receive, contact us and we will work towards finding a solution.
We always looking for interesting vintage and contemporary watches and offer fair values. Please send us some pictures & a discription of what you have, and we will be glad to come back to you with an offer.
If you buy a watch from us, we can also offer a trade-in option.
Swiss Vintage Chronographs, for example Omega, Longines, Breitling, Heuer, Leonidas, Angelus, Excelsior Park, Zenith, Wakmann, Wittnauer but also other lesser known Swiss brands.
Swiss Vintage Watches: for example dives watches of various brands, but also dress watches in steel or gold
Contemporary Swiss Watches such as Rolex, Tudor, Omega, Zenith etc.
Quartz watches only from Rolex, Tudor, Omega, Patek Philippe, Audemars Piquet, IWC Vacheron Constatin and other High-End Swiss brands
Digital watches, only from Omega, Girard Perregaux and a few other High-End Swiss Brands
Ladies watches
Pocket watches
Japanese watches (not that they are not good, but i dont have much knowledge there)
Quartz & watches
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Your price expectation, if you already have any
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We guarantee the authenticy and the function of the watch *
* pleaese refer to the warranty and returns policy, as well as to the General Terms and Conditions.
In case the watch should not be as described and pictured, you have the right to return it to us and we will issue a full refund *
* pleaese refer to the warranty and returns policy, as well as to the General Terms and Conditions.
We provide safe transaction and shipping.
Wir garantieren die Echtheit und die Funktion der Uhr *
Sollte die Uhr nicht wie beschrieben und abgebildet sein, haben Sie das Recht, sie an uns zurückzusenden und wir erstatten Ihnen den vollen Betrag zurück *.
Wir bieten sichere Transaktion und Versand begrenzt auf den Betrag vom Käufer bezahlt.
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