Vacheron Constantin

• cal. V 492 manual winding nickel-finished lever movement ebauche Valjoux 23, 19 jewels, mono-metallic regulation balance • two-tone silvered dial, applied pink gold Arabic and baton indexes, two engine-turned subsidiary dials for constant seconds and 30 minutes register, outer minute divisions, outermost telemeter and tachometer scales • 18k pink gold brushed and polished case, down-turned lugs, rounded fluted crown, two rectangular chronograph pushers to the band, snap-on back • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k yellow gold buckle

**The strap of this wristwatch is made from an endangered species; please refer to important notices for further information.** Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of its time keeping and therefore a service should be carried out in the near future at the buyer's expense. The watch has been recently fully serviced and still has the Vacheron Constantin tag on its case back. The movement is running at the time of cataloguing and the chronograph is in perfect working order. Very attractive two-tone dial in superb condition redone possibly by Vacheron Constantin. Hands in perfect condition. Case with very few scuffs to the band, polished, with hallmarks still in good condition. During the service, some parts such as the hands, glass, crown (signed) were probably replaced giving the watch an appealing "new old stock look". Attractive vintage watch in excellent general condition with a conservative estimate.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.

Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."

According to our research, this beautiful example is only one of the approximately 110 Vacheron Constantin watches produced in pink gold with the calibre V 492 between 1943 and 1964.