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Hong Kong, May 31, 2026

LOT 6

IWC, REF. IW378201, COUSTEAU DIVERS, TRIBUTE TO CALYPSO, CASEBACK WITH ORIGINAL WOOD FROM VESSEL OF JACQUES YVES COUSTEAU, LIMITED 2080/2500, STAINLESS STEEL

HKD 20,000 - 40,000

EUR 2,200 - 4,400 / CHF 2,000 - 4,000 / USD 2,600 - 5,200 / JPY 400,000 - 800,000

A fine and sporty, stainless steel, self-winding diver’s chronograph wristwatch, in blue dial with day date and inner 60-minute graduated unidirectional revolving bezel. Made in a limited edition of 2500 pieces to commemorate Jacques Cousteau’s first Red Sea expedition.


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Grading System
Grade: AA

Very good
Case: 2-8-19

Very good

Slightly scratched

Dent(s)
Movement: M2*
Dial: 2-01

Very good

HANDS Original

Brand IWC

Model Cousteau Divers, Tribute to Calypso

Reference IW378201

Year Sold on 8 Nov 2006

Case No. 3190714, 2080/2500

Bracelet rubber strap with IWC stainless steel pin buckle

Caliber 79320

Diameter 44mm.

Signature dial, case and movement

Accessories IWC fitted box, cloth, guarantee card dated on 8 Nov 2006, booklets

Notes

Property of an Important Collector Family

The professional history of IWC Aquatimer is deeply rooted in the exploration of the aquatic world to meet the demandsof both professional divers and watch enthusiasts. This distinctive lot IWC Aquatimer Chronograph Cousteau Calypso. Limited Edition ref. IW378201 pays homage to the pioneering spirit of underwater exploration. This limited editionmasterpiece is more than just a watch encapsulating the essence of adventure and the indomitable legacy of Jacques-YvesCousteau’s famed research vessel, the Calypso. Powered by IWC’s caliber 79320, this chronograph offers precise timekeepingand a stopwatch function. Its case back incorporates a fragment of wood sourced from the renowned research iconic vessel ofJacques-Yves Cousteau, the Calypso legacy of Cousteau and the spirit of underwater exploration.This lot is decently worn, accompanied by a complete set with box and papers.