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Lot 33
Vacheron & Constantin. A rare and unusual 18K rose gold manual wind wristwatch with articulated lugs Ref: 4790, Circa 1960
19 June 2025, 14:00 BST
London, New Bond Street£12,000 - £18,000
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Vacheron & Constantin. A rare and unusual 18K rose gold manual wind wristwatch with articulated lugs
Reference: 4790
Date: Circa 1960
Movement: 18-jewel Cal.1001 manual wind, No.533699
Dial: Silvered, applied gilt baton hour markers, subsidiary seconds at 6, gilt pointed baton hands
Case: Brushed and polished square form, snap on back, articulated lugs, No.365846
Strap/Bracelet: Associated brown leather
Buckle/Clasp: Associated gilt buckle
Signed: Case, dial & movement
Size: 26mm
Date: Circa 1960
Movement: 18-jewel Cal.1001 manual wind, No.533699
Dial: Silvered, applied gilt baton hour markers, subsidiary seconds at 6, gilt pointed baton hands
Case: Brushed and polished square form, snap on back, articulated lugs, No.365846
Strap/Bracelet: Associated brown leather
Buckle/Clasp: Associated gilt buckle
Signed: Case, dial & movement
Size: 26mm
Footnotes
The Vacheron Constantin Reference 4790, dating back to the 1960s, features a distinctive and rare articulated lug design that ensures a comfortable, snug fit on the wrist. This elegant detail captures the essence of mid-century aesthetics and embodies the classic dress watch style of the era.
Housed within is the ultra-thin, manual-winding Calibre 1001,introduced in the mid-20th century, this beautifully finished movement reflects the Maison's dedication to technical excellence and timeless design.