860Σ
Vacheron Constantin
Ref. 30050/000P-8
Les Complications Tourbillon
A rare and well-preserved limited edition platinum tourbillon wristwatch with small seconds, power reserve indication and certificate, numbered 163 of a limited edition of 300 pieces
- Estimate
- HK$200,000 - 400,000€24,200 - 48,400$25,600 - 51,300
HK$304,800
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- Vacheron Constantin
- Year
- Circa 1995
- Reference No
- 30050/000P-8
- Movement No
- 835’673
- Case No
- 645’847, 163/300
- Model Name
- Les Complications Tourbillon
- Material
- Platinum
- Calibre
- Manual, cal. 1760, 28 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- Crocodile
- Clasp/Buckle
- Platinum Vacheron Constantin pin buckle
- Dimensions
- 38mm diameter
- Signed
- Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
- Accessories
- Accompanied by Vacheron Constantin certificate dated 1st December 1995, guarantee booklet, instruction manual, product literature, folio and travel pouch.
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Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
In a courageous move, Vacheron Constantin developed their inaugural modern tourbillon wristwatch in the early 1990s. The fruits of their labor materialized in the exquisite cal. 1760, strictly limited to just 300 examples. A select number of these exquisite movements were cased in yellow gold or platinum as part of the maison's eminent " Les Complications" collection, designated ref. 30050.
Measuring a dramatic yet harmonious 38mm diameter, the case's powerful elegance is complemented by an exhibition back unveiling the meticulous movement. Featuring two mainspring barrels, the immaculately finished tourbillon cage is fashioned into Vacheron's iconic Maltese Cross emblem, used since 1780.
The dial is crafted to an exacting standard, exhibiting a delicate hand-guilloché pattern alongside applied Roman numerals and faceted daggers marking the hours. Preserved in excellent overall condition, this example in platinum encapsulates a pivotal milestone in a maison known for producing the world’s most complicated watches.
Measuring a dramatic yet harmonious 38mm diameter, the case's powerful elegance is complemented by an exhibition back unveiling the meticulous movement. Featuring two mainspring barrels, the immaculately finished tourbillon cage is fashioned into Vacheron's iconic Maltese Cross emblem, used since 1780.
The dial is crafted to an exacting standard, exhibiting a delicate hand-guilloché pattern alongside applied Roman numerals and faceted daggers marking the hours. Preserved in excellent overall condition, this example in platinum encapsulates a pivotal milestone in a maison known for producing the world’s most complicated watches.
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.