Fine Watches

Vacheron Constantin

222, Ref. 46003/411 | A yellow gold wristwatch with date and bracelet | Circa 1982

Lot Closed

September 7, 02:18 PM GMT

Estimate

35,000 - 50,000 GBP

Lot Details

Description

Vacheron Constantin

222, Ref. 46003/411

A yellow gold wristwatch with date and bracelet

Circa 1982

Dial: gilt

Calibre: cal. 1124 automatic, 33 jewels

Movement number: 709'455

Case: 18k yellow gold, screw-down bezel

Case number: 554'016

Closure: 18k yellow gold Vacheron Constantin bracelet and folding clasp

Dimensions: 34 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approx. 170 mm

Signed: case, dial and movement

Box: yes, service box

Papers: no

Accessories: Vacheron Constantin Certificate of Authenticity and Guarantee Certificate card, presentation case with dustbag and outer packaging and hang tag

Vacheron Constantin's launched the 222 in 1977 in response to the quartz crisis. The case design by Jörg Hysek is reminiscent of Gérald Genta's world renowned Nautilus and Royal Oak.

Reference 46003 is considered an iconic model today among collectors, and is the mid-sized edition of the original 222. The instantly recognizable bracelet is sophisticated and comfortable, allowing versatility for all types of occasions.

The present watch comes with papers and box from non original Vacheron Constantin.