1031Σ
Vacheron Constantin
Ref. 4907
Chronomètre Royal
A rare yellow gold chronometer wristwatch with sweep centre seconds
- Estimate
- HK$70,000 - 90,000€8,200 - 10,600$8,700 - 11,000
HK$81,250
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- Vacheron Constantin
- Year
- 1955
- Reference No
- 4907
- Movement No
- 508'849
- Case No
- 345'059
- Model Name
- Chronomètre Royal
- Material
- 18k yellow gold
- Calibre
- Mechanical, P1008-BS, 19 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- Black crocodile leather strap
- Clasp/Buckle
- 18k yellow gold buckle
- Dimensions
- 35 mm. diameter
- Signed
- <em>Case, dial and movement signed</em>
Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
Launched in 1953, the Chronomètre Royal reference 4907 was in production for only 9 years. When the watch was in production, it was known for its precision, movement finishing and overall elegance. The Chronomètre Royal is recognizable due to its massive lugs that give an incredible presence on the wrist. The present example is offered in very crisp and original condition.
Literature
Vacheron Constantin
Swiss | 1755The world's oldest watch brand in continuous operation since its founding in 1755, Vacheron Constantin was the first watch company to manufacture movements with interchangeable parts beginning in 1839. Vacheron's watches are admired for their Latin-influenced case designs, well-balanced proportions and exquisitely finished movements of the highest quality. The Geneva-based manufacturer is known for their highly complicated masterpieces, including the King Farouk Grand Complication made in 1935, the Tour de l'Ile that was the most complicated serially produced wristwatch when introduced in 2005 and the 57260 — the world’s most complicated watch — made in 2015.
Key vintage models include minute repeating wristwatches such as the references 4261, chronographs such as the references 4178 and 6087 and the oversized Cioccolotone models such as ref. 4737. Collectors also appreciate Vacheron's Chronometer Royal pocket and wristwatches, as well as the '222,' the brand's first luxury sports watch produced from 1977 through 1984.
Browse MakerKey vintage models include minute repeating wristwatches such as the references 4261, chronographs such as the references 4178 and 6087 and the oversized Cioccolotone models such as ref. 4737. Collectors also appreciate Vacheron's Chronometer Royal pocket and wristwatches, as well as the '222,' the brand's first luxury sports watch produced from 1977 through 1984.