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  • Manufacturer: Vacheron Constantin
    Year: 1995
    Reference No: 49005/1
    Movement No: 831’902
    Case No: 653’028
    Material: 18k pink gold
    Calibre: 18k pink gold Vacheron Constantin buckle
    Bracelet/Strap: Alligator
    Clasp/Buckle: 18k pink gold Vacheron Constantin buckle
    Dimensions: 38mm Diameter
    Signed: Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
    Accessories: Accompanied by Vacheron Constantin Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 1995

  • Catalogue Essay

    Released in the early 1990s, the “Les Complications” collection is exceptional for its attention to detail and focus on complicated timepieces such minute repeating, tourbillon and skeletonized wristwatches as well as perpetual calendar chronographs like the present model.

    A rare and unusual variation black engine-turned dial is beautifully complemented by the pink gold case. With a 38 mm diameter case the watch has a modern and contemporary appeal and is well suited for both casual and formal wear.

    Today, in a world where perpetual calendar chronograph wristwatches can reach astronomical limits in pricing, this Vacheron Constantin is a watch known for its technical advancements, pleasing aesthetic and overall affordability. For collectors who desire the best the Les Complicatons line is as welcome entry.

  • Artist Biography

    Vacheron Constantin

    Swiss • 1755

    The 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.

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Σ991

Ref. 49005/1
A fine and very attractive pink gold perpetual calendar chronograph wristwatch with moon phase and black dial

1995
38mm Diameter
Case, dial, movement and buckle signed

Estimate
HK$100,000 - 150,000 
€11,300-16,900
$12,800-19,200

Sold for HK$137,500

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Thomas Perazzi
Head of Watches, Asia
thomasperazzi@phillips.com
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The Hong Kong Watch Auction: EIGHT

Hong Kong Auction 28 May 2019