Geneva, Nov 06, 2021

LOT 93

VACHERON CONSTANTIN, REF. n4178, TWO-TONE DIAL, PINK GOLD

CHF 10,000 - 20,000

HKD 85,000 - 170,000 / USD 10,900 - 21,700 / EUR 9,400 - 18,700

Sold: CHF 31,250

A very fine and extremely rare, manual wind, 18k pink gold chronograph wristwatch.


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Grading System
Grade: AAA

Excellent
Case: 2-8-01

Very good

Slightly scratched
Movement: 2*

Very good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense
Dial: 2-6-8-11-01

Very good

Slightly oxidized

Slightly scratched

Slightly worn

HANDS Original

Brand Vacheron Constantin

Reference 4178

Year 1941

Movement No. 428892

Case No. 269515

Bracelet leather with a later 18k pink gold Vacheron Constantin buckle

Caliber 13’’’ 434, 19 jewels

Dimensions 35 mm

Signature Dial, case and movement

Accessories certificate of authenticity dated 2005

Notes

The flared lugs of this reference are one of the unique characteristics of Vacheron Constantin chronographs. Instantly recognizable, perfectly proportioned, this is one of the most beautiful and sought-after sports chronograph watches of the 1940’s.

Provenance

Provenance: Antiquorum, April 2004, lot 433.