Vacheron Constantin - Unknown - 4217 - Unisex - 1950-1959

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Graduated master watchmaker with over 30 years' experience and teaching background.

Estimate  € 6,900 - € 7,600
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€3,150
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€2,950
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€2,750

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Vacheron Constantin Ref. 4217, 18 kt gold case, 34 mm, champagne dial, manual-wind Caliber P454/5B, circa 1949–1950s, unisex dress watch with a leather strap in very good condition with minimal signs of wear.

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Vacheron Constantin Ref. 4217 – 18kt Gold – Caliber P454/5B – 1950s

Refined Vacheron Constantin 4217, dating from the early 1950s (circa 1949–early 1950s), authentic expression of the excellence of high Swiss watchmaking signed Vacheron Constantin.
An elegant and timeless timepiece, destined for collectors and connoisseurs.

Main features:
Model: Ref. 4217
Period: Circa 1949 – early 1950s
Movement: Manual winding
Caliber: Vacheron Constantin P454/5B
Case: 34 mm
Thickness: about 11 mm
Material: 18 kt yellow gold
Lugs: Classic
Case back: Closed
Dial: Champagne
Indices: Mix of Arabic numerals and applied geometric indices
Logo: Applied Maltese cross
Signature: “Vacheron & Constantin Genève”
Seconds: Central

Original dial with characteristic craqulé patina, typical of authentic pieces of the era.
This kind of natural aging gives the piece unique character and underscores its authenticity, highly appreciated in the vintage watch collecting world.

The manual-wind caliber P454/5B represents one of the solid expressions of Vacheron Constantin’s craftsmanship of the period:
- Proper functioning
- Good accuracy

Watch in excellent condition:
- Case well preserved
- Original dial with uniform patina
- No structural defects
- Movement functioning and precise

A classic dress watch from the 1950s, perfectly embodying Vacheron Constantin’s sober and elegant style.
The presence of the original dial with craqulé patina, combined with the 18 kt gold case and the in-house caliber, makes this piece particularly interesting for high-level vintage watch collectors.

Vacheron Constantin Ref. 4217 – 18kt Gold – Caliber P454/5B – 1950s

Refined Vacheron Constantin 4217, dating from the early 1950s (circa 1949–early 1950s), authentic expression of the excellence of high Swiss watchmaking signed Vacheron Constantin.
An elegant and timeless timepiece, destined for collectors and connoisseurs.

Main features:
Model: Ref. 4217
Period: Circa 1949 – early 1950s
Movement: Manual winding
Caliber: Vacheron Constantin P454/5B
Case: 34 mm
Thickness: about 11 mm
Material: 18 kt yellow gold
Lugs: Classic
Case back: Closed
Dial: Champagne
Indices: Mix of Arabic numerals and applied geometric indices
Logo: Applied Maltese cross
Signature: “Vacheron & Constantin Genève”
Seconds: Central

Original dial with characteristic craqulé patina, typical of authentic pieces of the era.
This kind of natural aging gives the piece unique character and underscores its authenticity, highly appreciated in the vintage watch collecting world.

The manual-wind caliber P454/5B represents one of the solid expressions of Vacheron Constantin’s craftsmanship of the period:
- Proper functioning
- Good accuracy

Watch in excellent condition:
- Case well preserved
- Original dial with uniform patina
- No structural defects
- Movement functioning and precise

A classic dress watch from the 1950s, perfectly embodying Vacheron Constantin’s sober and elegant style.
The presence of the original dial with craqulé patina, combined with the 18 kt gold case and the in-house caliber, makes this piece particularly interesting for high-level vintage watch collectors.

Details

Brand
Vacheron Constantin
Gender
Unisex
Model
Unknown
Band material
Leather
Reference number
4217
Band length
Regular (180–200 mm)
Shipped insured
Yes
Repainted dial
No
Period
1950-1959
Movement
Manual winding
Dial colour
Champagne
Case material
Gold
Original box included
No
Original papers included
No
Case diameter
34 mm
Original warranty included
No
Condition
Very good - minor signs of wear
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