VACHERON CONSTANTIN, PINK GOLD CHRONOGRAPH, REF. 4178Important information about this lot
Price Realised CHF 23,940
Estimate
CHF 12,000 - CHF 18,000
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According to the Archives of Vacheron Constantin, the present chronograph wristwatch reference 4178 was manufactured in 1952.
This watch is a particularly fine example of the celebrated reference 4178, impressing with the highly attractive two-tone silvered dial, beautifully harmonizing with the rare pink gold case with the elegant teardrop lugs.
Reference 4178, one of Vacheron Constantin's landmark chronograph models, was in production from 1938 until the early 1970s. It existed with oval-shaped chronograph buttons or with the better known rectangular variant, the bezel was either beleved or flat.
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Condition report
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Movement: The movement is ticking at the time of cataloguing and all functions are working, the chronograph functions appear fully operational, however, a service is recommended. Case: In very good overall condition with light scratches. Previously polished. Dial: Very good condition, appears to be unrestored, some degradation at the surface at the 3 and 9 o'clock sub counters, a dark spot at 12 o'clock Buckle: Pink gold Vacheron Constantin buckle with signs of wear and oxidation Overall condition: Very good for its age.