Vacheron Constantin - The Hong Kong Watch Auction: TWO Hong Kong Monday, May 30, 2016 | Phillips

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  • Manufacturer: Vacheron Constantin
    Year: Circa 2000
    Reference No: 49140
    Case No: 743'573
    Model Name: Overseas Chronograph
    Material: Stainless steel
    Calibre: Automatic, 1137, 37 jewels
    Bracelet/Strap: Stainless steel Vacheron Constantin bracelet, 165 mm. maximum length
    Clasp/Buckle: Stainless steel Vacheron Constantin double folding deployant clasp
    Dimensions: 40 mm. diameter
    Signed: Case, dial and movement signed

  • Catalogue Essay

    Inspired by the celebrated reference 222, Vacheron Constantin introduced the Overseas collection to the market in 1996. Today, the Overseas collection is one of the most iconic sports watches and have become increasingly popular. The present watch, fitted with a stainless steel tonneau-shaped case, features a silvery dial to ensure maximum legibility. This practical, sporty yet elegant sports watch is perfect for everyday wear.

  • 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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Ref. 49140
A stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with date and bracelet

Circa 2000
40 mm. diameter
Case, dial and movement signed

Estimate
HK$30,000 - 50,000 

Sold for HK$56,250

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The Hong Kong Watch Auction: TWO

Hong Kong Auction 31 May 2016