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VACHERON CONSTANTIN – A rare and very attractive square-shaped yellow gold wristwatch with fancy lugs and beautiful double guilloché dial
Manufacturer
Vacheron Constantin
Year
1951
Reference No.
4657
Movement No.
494’613
Case No.
321’026
Material
18k yellow gold
Calibre
Automatic, cal. 12’’’ 477/1, 17 jewels
Bracelet/Strap
Leather
Clasp/Buckle
Pin buckle
Dimensions
30.5 x 30.5mm.
Signed
Case, dial and movement signed
Estimate CHF 12,000-18,000 $12,400-18,600 €11,000-16,400
The majority of reference 4657 models that have appeared on the market were ftted with simple guilloché dials, whereas in the present lot, the guilloché dial is a potent and dramatic blend of horizontal lines and basket weave patterns.The movement housed in the present lot is Vacheron Constantin's original bumper wind automatic caliber 477 – a charismatic and delightful movement used by the brand for a short time during the 1950s. Presented in unpolished, outstanding condition it’s a superb example of an oversized Vacheron Constantin watch with a strong design and rare movement that would ft perfectly in any collection.
Accessories Accompanied by Vacheron Constantin Extract from the Archives confrming year of production of the present watch in 1951
Reference 4657 is a wonderful example of Vacheron Constantin’s bold and audacious automobile-inspired designs from the 1950s. Doing away with the somewhat Barroque designs of the past, the reference 4657 is a perfect example of a study in “no frills” design yet its cavalcade of strong lines and gentle curves give the present lot immense personality.
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