No Reserve
8018
Vacheron Constantin
Ref. 4870
A well-preserved and attractive yellow gold wristwatch with center seconds and champagne dial
- Estimate
- HK$30,000 - 50,000•€3,700 - 6,200$3,800 - 6,400
HK$33,020
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- Vacheron Constantin
- Year
- Circa 1960s
- Reference No
- 4870
- Movement No
- 522’314
- Case No
- 352’831
- Material
- 18K yellow gold
- Calibre
- Automatic, cal. P1019, 21 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- Leather
- Clasp/Buckle
- Gold-plated pin buckle
- Dimensions
- 36mm diameter
- Signed
- Case, dial and movement signed
Specialist
Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
- The Vacheron Constantin Reference 4870 combines the brand’s centuries-old tradition of craftsmanship with its relentless pursuit of innovation and horological excellence.
- Introduced in the 1970s, Reference 4870 is housed in a elegant yellow gold case, and is both sophisticated and commanding, with a design that balances technical complexity with timeless elegance. The dial, a symphony of functionality and artistry. Its classic dress wristwatch shape exudes warmth and charm that only Vacheron knows how.
- At the heart of the Reference 4870 lies the meticulously crafted P1019/1 automatic movement is a work of art in itself, adorned with intricate finishing, including Côtes de Genève, perlage, and bevelled edges.
- Beautifully sized, this example, presented in excellent condition, represents a rare opportunity for the most discerning collector to acquire one of Vacheron Constantin’s more charming creations.
- Introduced in the 1970s, Reference 4870 is housed in a elegant yellow gold case, and is both sophisticated and commanding, with a design that balances technical complexity with timeless elegance. The dial, a symphony of functionality and artistry. Its classic dress wristwatch shape exudes warmth and charm that only Vacheron knows how.
- At the heart of the Reference 4870 lies the meticulously crafted P1019/1 automatic movement is a work of art in itself, adorned with intricate finishing, including Côtes de Genève, perlage, and bevelled edges.
- Beautifully sized, this example, presented in excellent condition, represents a rare opportunity for the most discerning collector to acquire one of Vacheron Constantin’s more charming creations.
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.