Vacheron Constantin - 453 - Unisex - 1941
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Vacheron & Constantin Genève, 18k yellow gold case, Cal. 453 manual-wind movement, reference 453, 36 mm case diameter, leather band over 200 mm, original box and papers included, circa 1941, very good condition with minimal signs of wear.
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Vacheron & Constantin Genève - 18k Gold - Cal. 453 - Rare Museum Piece (1937-1941)
Incredible specimen of high Swiss watchmaking from the prestigious manufactory Vacheron & Constantin, dating from the late 1930s (circa 1937–1941). This watch represents the essence of the classical elegance of the golden age of watch design.
Technical Specifications
Movement: Legendary in-house calibre 453 manual-winding. Finely finished with Côtes de Genève. Movement serial number: 429294
Case: solid 18k yellow gold (750), stamped on the inside of the case back. Case number: 270290
36 mm dimensions (excluding the crown), typical of the era's masculine elegance. Dial with a magnificent patina of age. It bears the correct signature "Vacheron & Constantin Genève". As is typical of pre-1950 models, it does not feature the Maltese Cross applied, a detail that confirms its true contemporaneity and historical originality.
Complications: Small seconds at 6 ("petites secondes").
Buckle: Rare original antique buckle in 18k gold.
Original antique crown.
The watch is preserved in excellent condition. The case retains its sharp lines, and the movement is clean and fully functional.
A piece of rare availability in these conditions of completeness. The historical reference (identified by the case number 270290) and the caliber 453 make this watch a safe investment and a collector's item of the very highest level.
Insured shipment via specialized courier (UPS/DHL/FedEx)
Seller's Story
Milan Museums Art Watches SRLS: Excellence and Innovation in the World of Art.
A company that embodies Ida Ruffolo's vision and passion for art represents the artistic intuition of an art dealer who has been able to create a reference company for private collectors, art galleries and artists of all generation. Our company quickly specialized in the buying and selling of works of art, gaining the trust of the market through a strong brand and impeccable reliability.
With the opening of two strategic offices, one in the North and one in the South of Italy, Milano Musei Arte Orologi SRLS has established itself as an exclusive point of reference for purchases and sales in the art sector. Our selection of works is the result of careful research and in-depth knowledge of the market, offering only the best to investors and art enthusiasts.
Our care in selecting artists is meticulous: we choose only exceptional talents to include in our catalogue, with the aim of marketing and promoting their works internationally. This selection process guarantees that each artist and work represented by Milano Musei Arte Orologi SRLS is synonymous with quality and investment potential.
Milano Musei Arte Orologi SRLS is today a consolidated reality, capable of serving customers in almost all countries of the world, with a constant commitment to excellence and innovation in the field of art. Our mission is to enrich our clients' collections with works that not only beautify spaces, but which also represent a long-lasting and significant investment.
Translated by Google TranslateVacheron & Constantin Genève - 18k Gold - Cal. 453 - Rare Museum Piece (1937-1941)
Incredible specimen of high Swiss watchmaking from the prestigious manufactory Vacheron & Constantin, dating from the late 1930s (circa 1937–1941). This watch represents the essence of the classical elegance of the golden age of watch design.
Technical Specifications
Movement: Legendary in-house calibre 453 manual-winding. Finely finished with Côtes de Genève. Movement serial number: 429294
Case: solid 18k yellow gold (750), stamped on the inside of the case back. Case number: 270290
36 mm dimensions (excluding the crown), typical of the era's masculine elegance. Dial with a magnificent patina of age. It bears the correct signature "Vacheron & Constantin Genève". As is typical of pre-1950 models, it does not feature the Maltese Cross applied, a detail that confirms its true contemporaneity and historical originality.
Complications: Small seconds at 6 ("petites secondes").
Buckle: Rare original antique buckle in 18k gold.
Original antique crown.
The watch is preserved in excellent condition. The case retains its sharp lines, and the movement is clean and fully functional.
A piece of rare availability in these conditions of completeness. The historical reference (identified by the case number 270290) and the caliber 453 make this watch a safe investment and a collector's item of the very highest level.
Insured shipment via specialized courier (UPS/DHL/FedEx)
Seller's Story
Milan Museums Art Watches SRLS: Excellence and Innovation in the World of Art.
A company that embodies Ida Ruffolo's vision and passion for art represents the artistic intuition of an art dealer who has been able to create a reference company for private collectors, art galleries and artists of all generation. Our company quickly specialized in the buying and selling of works of art, gaining the trust of the market through a strong brand and impeccable reliability.
With the opening of two strategic offices, one in the North and one in the South of Italy, Milano Musei Arte Orologi SRLS has established itself as an exclusive point of reference for purchases and sales in the art sector. Our selection of works is the result of careful research and in-depth knowledge of the market, offering only the best to investors and art enthusiasts.
Our care in selecting artists is meticulous: we choose only exceptional talents to include in our catalogue, with the aim of marketing and promoting their works internationally. This selection process guarantees that each artist and work represented by Milano Musei Arte Orologi SRLS is synonymous with quality and investment potential.
Milano Musei Arte Orologi SRLS is today a consolidated reality, capable of serving customers in almost all countries of the world, with a constant commitment to excellence and innovation in the field of art. Our mission is to enrich our clients' collections with works that not only beautify spaces, but which also represent a long-lasting and significant investment.
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Brand
Vacheron Constantin
Gender
Unisex
Reference Number
453
Band material
Leather
Shipped Insured
Yes
Band length
Long (over 200 mm)
Period
1900-1949
Repainted dial
No
Movement
Manual winding
Case material
Yellow gold
Original box included
Yes
Original papers included
Yes
Case diameter
36 mm
Original warranty included
No
Condition
Very good - minor signs of wear
Year
1941
