VACHERON CONSTANTIN | LIMITED EDITION PLATINUM WRISTWATCH WITH DAY, DATE AND POWER RESERVE INDICATION, MADE TO COMMEMORATE THE 250TH ANNIVERSARY OF VACHERON CONSTANTINREF 85250 MVT 972509 CASE 801266 NO 232/252 JUBILEE 1755 CIRCA 2005

Movement: cal. 2475 automatic, 27 jewelsCase: platinum, sapphire crystal display back secured by 6 screwsBracelet/Clasp/Buckle: platinum Vacheron Constantin buckleSize: 40 mm diameterSigned: case, dial and movementAccessories: Vacheron Constantin Certificate of Authenticity, setting pin, loupe and presentation box

The movement is in working condition at the time of cataloguing. The day and date functions are working properly. The watch is in excellent overall condition with only extremely minor signs of wear to the band. The buckle with extremely minor signs of wear, otherwise the watch is in excellent overall condition. * Please note that the movement has not tested for the accuracy of time and may need service at the buyer's expense. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement. ** Please be advised that the bands on this watch are made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species, please refer to important notices for further information.
"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."

The present watch was created to commemorate the 250th of Vacheron Constantin. With the name of the model, Jubilee 1755, refers to the founding year of the brand, the present platinum example was made in a limited edition of 252 pieces only. 501 examples were each produced in yellow, white and pink gold and the sum of which corresponding directly to the founding year.