Lot 47
  • 47

Vacheron Constantin

Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 USD
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Description

  • A FINE LIMITED EDITION YELLOW GOLD TOURBILLON WRISTWATCH WITH POWER RESERVE CIRCA 1995 REF 30050/000J NO 117
  • DIAMETER 37 MM
• cal. 1760 nickel lever twin-barrel movement, 17 jewels, mono-metallic compensation balance within a one-minute rotating tourbillon carriage, adjusted to heat, cold and isochronism • silvered 18k gold guilloché dial, applied gold Roman and dagger indexes, gold dauphine hands, fan-form sector for power reserve, aperture to reveal the three-arm tourbillon carriage with constant seconds mounted atop • 18k yellow gold case, sloped bezel, chamfered band, downturned lugs, sapphire crystal display back • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k yellow gold Vacheron Constantin buckle

Condition

In overall good condition. The movement is running, however it may require service soon. The dial is very clean with no visible imperfections. The case shows some light surface wear that could be detailed out. The watch is further accompanied by a tie-tag. The strap of this wristwatch is made from an endangered 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.

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."

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by a Vacheron Constantin Certificate of Origin dated June 20th, 1995, International Warranty, technical information and drawings of cal. 1760. Together with a suede pouch, fitted wooden presentation box and outer packaging.

The present lot was created as part of a limited edition, with a total of 300 pieces produced in yellow gold and platinum, excluding three prototype pieces. It is important to note that the barrel-spring development indicator incorporated into the twin-barrel tourbillon movement is a patented Vacheron Constantin design.