Geneva, May 11, 2024
LOT 76
VACHERON CONSTANTIN, SWITZERLAND, REF. 4178, TWO-TONE SILVER DIAL, EXTRACT FROM THE ARCHIVES, 18K YELLOW GOLD
CHF 15,000 - 25,000
HKD 130,000 - 218,000 / USD 16,600 - 27,700 / EUR 15,300 - 25,500
Sold: CHF 30,000
A fine, rare, 18k yellow gold, manual wind chronograph wristwatch with silver dial
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 3-8 |
Good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 2* |
Very good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-53-07 |
Very good Reprinted HANDS Replaced |
Brand Vacheron Constantin, switzerland
Reference 4178
Year 1942
Movement No. 431267
Case No. 270673
Bracelet leather with an 18k yellow gold AW buckle
Diameter 36
Caliber 13''', 434, 17 jewels
Signature dial, case and movement
Accessories extract from the archives
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
Property of a Swiss Gentleman