Important Watches I
Important Watches I
Vacheron Constantin
Chronomètre Royal | A yellow gold bracelet watch, Circa 1960 | 江詩丹頓 | Chronomètre Royal | 黃金鏈帶腕錶，約1960年製
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April 5, 05:47 AM GMT
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 HKD
Lot Details
Description
Vacheron Constantin
Chronomètre Royal
A yellow gold bracelet watch, Circa 1960
江詩丹頓
Chronomètre Royal
黃金鏈帶腕錶，約1960年製
Dial: silvered
Calibre: cal. P1008/BS mechanical, 19 jewels
Movement number: 537'035
Case: 18k yellow gold, snap on case back
Case number: 313'926
Closure: 18k yellow gold Vacheron Constantin bracelet and clasp
Size: 33.5 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 170 mm
Signed: case, dial and movement
Accessories: none
The Chronomètre Royal, a highly regarded lineage within Vacheron Constantin's production, represents the epitome of quality craftsmanship. First introduced in 1907, brands would manufacture chronometers solely for competition purposes but Vacheron Constantin decided to provide clients with the same exceptional quality for everyday wear.
In 1953, the Chronomètre Royal was reintroduced as a wristwatch, showcasing the cal. P1008/BS which was considered among the finest watches in terms of movement and design. Though the calibres were replaced by the automatic cal. 1072 in 1962, the Chronomètre Royal made a comeback in 2007 for its 100th anniversary. Additionally, the present watch is fitted with an exceptionally rare integrated bracelet.