Vacheron Constantin
Reference 30051/000R-8002 'Les Complications' Skeleton Tourbillon | A pink gold skeletonized tourbillon wristwatch with power reserve indication, Circa 1995
Auction Closed
December 8, 10:03 PM GMT
Estimate
30,000 - 60,000 USD
Lot Details
Description
Dial: skeletonized
Caliber: cal. 1760 mechanical, 28 jewels
Movement number: 842'280
Case: 18k pink gold, snap on sapphire crystal display back
Case number: 660'785, no. 40
Closure: 18k pink gold Vacheron Constantin buckle
Size: 38 mm diameter
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: yes
Papers: yes
Accessories: Vacheron Constantin presentation box with outer packaging, Certificate of Origin confirming the individual numbering of the piece as No. 40 and dated October 11th, 1995, Certificate of Origin and Warranty (undated), technical data papers, booklet, and pouch
The Vacheron Constantin Patrimony is a highly regarded line celebrated for its classical proportions and refined vintage aesthetics. This particular reference marks the brand’s first modern tourbillon wristwatch, powered by the Vacheron Constantin caliber 1760. Equipped with a twin-barrel system to enhance the power reserve, the movement’s skeletonized architecture offers a captivating view of its intricate mechanics.
Part of the distinguished “Les Complications” collection, the reference 30051 was produced in extremely limited numbers. It belongs to a broader family of 300 pieces, encompassing various dial configurations and references produced between 1990 and 2000. Manufactured in 1995, this watch stands as both a masterpiece of haute horlogerie and a testament to Vacheron Constantin’s enduring legacy in crafting complicated timepieces. The meticulously finished tourbillon cage, shaped in the brand’s iconic Maltese Cross emblem, epitomizes this dedication to artistry and precision.
The reference 30051 perfectly embodies the union of Vacheron Constantin’s traditional watchmaking expertise and the aesthetic allure of open worked mechanics. We are proud to offer this lovely example with all its accessories.