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Vacheron Constantin

Ref. 31100/464J

Cioccolatone

An unusual and well-preserved lady’s yellow gold square-shaped wristwatch with stepped case and bracelet

- As the mechanical renaissance took hold in the 1990s, Vacheron Constantin found inspiration in its archives, unearthing legacy designs to reinvent for the modern age. The Cioccolatone was an obvious choice - introduced in the 1950s, the model became known by Italian collectors as the “Cioccolatone” for the square-shaped chocolates they enjoy and has over the last 70 years become an iconic of the brand.

- Introduced in the 1990s, the ref. 31100 gave rise to variations with integrated bracelets, diamond bezels and dials, while upholding the Cioccolatone's elegant aesthetics. The present example, fitted on a charming 18K yellow gold bracelet, is an unconventional timepiece showcasing the creative exuberance of Vacheron Constantin.

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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