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Vacheron Constantin
Ref. 47151
Les Historiques Medicus
A visually arresting skeletonized pink gold chronograph wristwatch with guarantee and box, number 1 of a limited edition of 30 pieces, with proceeds going to charity
- Estimate
- CHF15,000 - 30,000€15,600 - 31,300$17,000 - 34,100
CHF33,020
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- Vacheron Constantin
- Year
- Circa 2000
- Reference No
- 47151
- Movement No
- 902'534
- Case No
- 727'787 caseback further engraved with limited edition number 1/30
- Model Name
- Les Historiques Medicus
- Material
- 18k pink gold
- Calibre
- Manual, cal 1145
- Bracelet/Strap
- Leather
- Clasp/Buckle
- 18k pink gold Vacheron Constantin deployant clasp
- Dimensions
- 37mm Diameter
- Accessories
- Accompanied by large wooden fitted box, International Warranty, product literature, outer packaging
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Catalogue Essay
- Launched in 2000, the famous Medicus was inspired by the gorgeous cushion shaped watches from the 1930s. The model was called the Medicus due to its pulsation dial enabling doctors to calculate the heartbeat of their patients.
- The movement has been fully skeletonized and hand engraved showcasing Vacheron Constantin's incredible dedication to craftsmanship.
- The Medicus was made in a limited edition in pink gold and platinum with either a full dial or in an openwork skeletonized version like the present example.
- The present example in excellent condition comes with its full set of accessories.
- The present Medicus in pink gold with pink gold plated movement bears the coveted number 1 of a limited edition of only 30 pieces.
- Please note that the proceeds of the present timepiece will be donated by the consignor to various charities.
- The movement has been fully skeletonized and hand engraved showcasing Vacheron Constantin's incredible dedication to craftsmanship.
- The Medicus was made in a limited edition in pink gold and platinum with either a full dial or in an openwork skeletonized version like the present example.
- The present example in excellent condition comes with its full set of accessories.
- The present Medicus in pink gold with pink gold plated movement bears the coveted number 1 of a limited edition of only 30 pieces.
- Please note that the proceeds of the present timepiece will be donated by the consignor to various charities.
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.