Rare Vacheron Constantin Stainless Steel Chronograph Wristwatch, 1948
| Lot #: 524 Rare Vacheron Constantin Stainless Steel Chronograph Wristwatch, 1948 |
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Ref. 4178. Case, dial, and movement signed. Documents: Accompanied by Vacheron Constantin Extract from the Archives confirming production in 1948, further accompanied by a Vacheron Constantin pouch. Launched in 1940 and in production until 1964, Vacheron Constantin's reference 4178 is the model Vacheronistas immediately designated as an icon and the chronograph most associated with Vacheron Constantin. Immediately recognizable thanks to it’s gorgeous and inimitable teardrop lugs, the 4178 is also considered one of the most beautiful chronograph watches ever made due to its balanced proportion and near-perfect symmetry. |
| Dia. 36 mm. |
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Provenance Private collection, Rochester, New York, descended in the family of the original owner. |
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Condition The clock is in running condition and keeps time, stopwatch and subdials all in running order. Bottom right hand and upper right hand lugs have been replaced or repaired and soldered. The crown and bottom right pusher has been replaced. |
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Auction Date Nov 22, 2024 |
| Estimate: $7,000-$10,000 |
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