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Vacheron Constantin
Ref. 48250
Evasion Worldtime
A fine and attractive limited edition white gold world time wristwatch with date and center seconds, numbered 57 of 100 pieces
- Estimate
- HK$40,000 - 65,000€4,400 - 7,200$5,100 - 8,300
HK$125,000
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- Vacheron Constantin
- Year
- 2001
- Reference No
- 48250
- Movement No
- 803’940
- Case No
- 739’890, No. 57/100
- Model Name
- Evasion Worldtime
- Material
- 18k white gold
- Calibre
- Automatic, cal. 1180, 25 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- Leather
- Clasp/Buckle
- 18k white gold Vacheron Constantin buckle
- Dimensions
- 37mm diameter
- Signed
- Case, dial and movement signed
- Accessories
- Accompanied by Vacheron Constantin Extract from the Archives
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Catalogue Essay
The Evasion WorldTime by Vacheron Constantin is a modern interpretation of the classic watch form from the 1930s, 40s and 50s. With increased international travel, the world time mechanism became the standard for luxury travelers so they could keep track of time around the world, as they traversed the world. Vacheron Constantin’s model was released in the early 2000s as a limited edition set made for the Japanese market. They were offered in both yellow gold and in white gold and a total of 200 pieces was created for this edition.
The present white gold example is in nice overall condition and features an automatic movement with date and center seconds. The 24-hour dial is divided into day and night with a rotating bezel with 24 world cities. The case with the tear drop lugs give the watch a very nice vintage appeal. This is a great opportunity to a rare watch.
The present white gold example is in nice overall condition and features an automatic movement with date and center seconds. The 24-hour dial is divided into day and night with a rotating bezel with 24 world cities. The case with the tear drop lugs give the watch a very nice vintage appeal. This is a great opportunity to a rare watch.
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.