Vacheron Constantin - ra - 1850-1900
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Vacheron Constantin RA model pocket watch, reference 296947, dating from 1850–1900, with manual-wind movement (Vacheron Constantin calibre RA 13''' XXXII) in a solid 18K gold case of about 34 mm diameter, in very good condition with minor wear, and a white enamel dial signed J.E. Caldwell.
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Vacheron & Constantin Pocket Watch Movement (1893) – J.E. Caldwell Philadelphia – 18K Gold – Extract from Archives – Pristine Condition
Description:
Beautiful antique pocket watch featuring a Vacheron & Constantin movement produced in 1893, confirmed by an official Extract from the Vacheron & Constantin Archives (Geneva).
According to the archive extract, the movement (no. 296947) is a Vacheron & Constantin calibre RA 13''' XXXII and was originally sold as a movement only in 1893. It was later cased and retailed by the renowned American jeweller J.E. Caldwell & Co., Philadelphia, whose name appears on the enamel dial.
The watch is housed in a solid 18K gold case stamped “Warranted 18 Karat Gold”. The case is fitted with a glass exhibition back, allowing the Vacheron & Constantin movement to be admired.
The white enamel dial is in excellent condition and features classic Arabic numerals with blue five-minute markers and a subsidiary seconds dial at 6 o’clock. Elegant original hands complete the period aesthetic.
The movement is a Vacheron & Constantin manual-wind lever movement (RA 13''' calibre) dating to the late 19th century and representing fine Geneva watchmaking craftsmanship.
The watch is preserved in very good / pristine antique condition, with minimal signs of wear considering its age of over 130 years.
Specifications
Brand (movement): Vacheron & Constantin, Genève
Retailer: J.E. Caldwell & Co., Philadelphia
Year of production (movement): 1893
Calibre: RA 13''' XXXII
Movement number: 296947
Movement: Mechanical, hand-wound
Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds
Dial: White enamel dial signed J.E. Caldwell
Case material: Solid 18K gold
Case diameter: approx. 34mm
Weight: approx. 32.8 g
Case type: Hunter-style pocket watch with exhibition back
Included
• Antique pocket watch
• Official Vacheron & Constantin Extract from the Archives (dated January 6, 2026)
A rare and historically interesting late-19th-century Vacheron & Constantin movement, retailed by the prestigious American jeweller J.E. Caldwell, accompanied by official archive documentation.
Perfect for collectors of Geneva watchmaking and antique pocket watches.
Vacheron & Constantin Pocket Watch Movement (1893) – J.E. Caldwell Philadelphia – 18K Gold – Extract from Archives – Pristine Condition
Description:
Beautiful antique pocket watch featuring a Vacheron & Constantin movement produced in 1893, confirmed by an official Extract from the Vacheron & Constantin Archives (Geneva).
According to the archive extract, the movement (no. 296947) is a Vacheron & Constantin calibre RA 13''' XXXII and was originally sold as a movement only in 1893. It was later cased and retailed by the renowned American jeweller J.E. Caldwell & Co., Philadelphia, whose name appears on the enamel dial.
The watch is housed in a solid 18K gold case stamped “Warranted 18 Karat Gold”. The case is fitted with a glass exhibition back, allowing the Vacheron & Constantin movement to be admired.
The white enamel dial is in excellent condition and features classic Arabic numerals with blue five-minute markers and a subsidiary seconds dial at 6 o’clock. Elegant original hands complete the period aesthetic.
The movement is a Vacheron & Constantin manual-wind lever movement (RA 13''' calibre) dating to the late 19th century and representing fine Geneva watchmaking craftsmanship.
The watch is preserved in very good / pristine antique condition, with minimal signs of wear considering its age of over 130 years.
Specifications
Brand (movement): Vacheron & Constantin, Genève
Retailer: J.E. Caldwell & Co., Philadelphia
Year of production (movement): 1893
Calibre: RA 13''' XXXII
Movement number: 296947
Movement: Mechanical, hand-wound
Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds
Dial: White enamel dial signed J.E. Caldwell
Case material: Solid 18K gold
Case diameter: approx. 34mm
Weight: approx. 32.8 g
Case type: Hunter-style pocket watch with exhibition back
Included
• Antique pocket watch
• Official Vacheron & Constantin Extract from the Archives (dated January 6, 2026)
A rare and historically interesting late-19th-century Vacheron & Constantin movement, retailed by the prestigious American jeweller J.E. Caldwell, accompanied by official archive documentation.
Perfect for collectors of Geneva watchmaking and antique pocket watches.
Details
Brand
Vacheron Constantin
Model
ra
Shipped insured
Yes
Period
1850-1900
Movement
Manual winding
Case material
Gold
Case diameter
34 mm
Condition
Very good - minor signs of wear
Weight
33 g
Width lug/ watch band
34 mm
In working order
Yes
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