Introduction
Inspired by Vacheron Constantin's 1950s timepieces, this incredible Skeletonized Perpetual Calendar is a shining beacon of Vacheron's revered level of craftsmanship and quality. Luxuriously constructed of platinum, this timepiece sports a stepped hexadecagonal case with an intricately woven platinum bracelet and an incredible skeletonized dial that provides a wonderful view of the movement that lies beneath. Powered by a finely finished and complex automatic movement, this svelte timepiece uses a sapphire crystal caseback to provide an entirely uninterrupted view of the incredible hand engravings found on the movements bridges and winding rotor. Oozing pure luxury and tedious levels of immaculate detail, this amazing timepiece astounds in more ways than should be possible.
The present example is a highly unusual variant. Scholarship indicates this reference is usually found to be further enhanced with a diamond bezel and bracelet. It is impossible to find another example, like the present watch to be fitted with a hexagonal stepped bezel and bracelet not set with diamonds. The watch is further retained in very original and crisp condition.
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Grade
V 9
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Watch Only
Est. value range
$30,000 – $50,000
The Details
Brand
Vacheron Constantin
Dimensions
36mm
Model
Perpetual Calendar Skeleton
Movement
Automatic
Reference
43533
Bracelet
Platinum bracelet
Year
Circa 1990s
Condition
Excellent
Material
Platinum
Included
Watch only
Dial Color
Skeletonized
Condition
The present watch is in excellent and very well preserved condition with only very light surface wear to the case and bracelet. There are crisp hallmarks to the band and the bracelet sits nice and flat. In addition, the present example is highly unusual and is not fitted with a diamond bezel and bracelet, as almost all examples do.
Our Perspective
A testament to Vacheron Constantin's incredible dedication to creating pieces of horological art, this timepiece is not only incredibly rare, it showcases every skill that goes into watchmaking and then some.