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Vacheron & Constantin 18ct Gold Self-Winding Wristwatch

Partially verified

This Vacheron & Constantin gentleman's wristwatch, dated circa 1954, is constructed from 18ct gold. The watch features a 35 mm diameter case with a polished finish and a screw-down case back, designed to be waterproof. The dial is silvered and matte in finish, adorned with applied gold hour indices and gold baton-style hands. Timekeeping is managed by a 13-ligne self-winding movement, which is rhodium-plated and decorated, containing 21 jewels. The movement features an anchor escapement, a monometallic balance wheel adjusted to five positions and temperatures, a Breguet hairspring, and an antishock mechanism. The watch displays central seconds. Both the dial, case, and movement are signed by Vacheron & Constantin. The auction description reports the object is in good condition.

Front view of the 18ct gold Vacheron & Constantin wristwatch on a leather strap.
Front view of the 18ct gold Vacheron & Constantin wristwatch on a leather strap. — Antiquorum. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
catalog.antiquorum.swiss
Category
Wristwatch · Self-winding wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Vacheron & Constantin
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
138
Source-reported date
circa 1954
Source-reported place
Switzerland
Source-reported serial
528127 (movement), 360700 (case)

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case and Dial

The watch is housed in an 18ct gold case measuring 35 mm in diameter. The exterior finish is polished, and the case features a screw-down back, which the source describes as waterproof.

The dial is rendered in a matte silvered finish, providing a clean contrast against the applied gold indices. The time is displayed via gold baton-style hands, and the watch includes a central seconds function.

Both the dial and the case are signed by Vacheron & Constantin.

Evidence for this section
  • “oro 18 ct”
  • “C.massiccia, lucida, fondello a vite”
  • “Q.argentato mat con indici in oro applicati”
  • “Quadrante, cassa e movimento marcati”

Movement and Escapement

The movement is a 13-ligne caliber, rhodium-plated and decorated. It utilizes a self-winding mechanism and contains 21 jewels.

The escapement is an anchor type, paired with a monometallic balance wheel. This balance is adjusted for both temperature variations and five distinct positions. Additional technical specifications include a Breguet hairspring and an antishock device for movement protection.

Evidence for this section
  • “M.13'' rodiato e decorato, 21 rubini”
  • “scappamento ad ancora, bilancere monometallico regolato su 5 posizioni e aile temperature”
  • “spirale Breguet, antishock”

Attribution and Condition

The watch is attributed to the maker Vacheron & Constantin, Genève, with movement number 528127 and case number 360700. It is dated to approximately 1954.

The auction house states that the object is in good condition, and verifies that the dial, case, and movement all bear the maker's markings.

Evidence for this section
  • “Vacheron & Constantin, Genève, No. 528127, cassa No. 360700, circa 1954”
  • “In buone condizioni.”
  • “Quadrante, cassa e movimento marcati”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific movement caliber designation for this 13-ligne automatic movement?
  • Does the waterproof case rating imply a specific water-resistance depth standard at the time of manufacture?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Vacheron & Constantin 18ct Gold Self-Winding Wristwatch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerVacheron & Constantin, Genève“Vacheron & Constantin, Genève”
Case number360700“cassa No. 360700”
Movement number528127“No. 528127”
Dimensions35 mm“Diam: 35 mm”
Material18 ct gold“oro 18 ct”
Movement details13''' rhodium-plated with 21 jewels“M.13'' rodiato e decorato, 21 rubini”
Balance regulation5 positions and temperatures“bilancere monometallico regolato su 5 posizioni e aile temperature”
ConditionReported as good“In buone condizioni.”

Visible details

  • Applied gold indices on a matte silver dial
  • Polished yellow gold case with screw-down back
  • Central seconds hand
  • Baton-style gold hands

Research qualifications

  • Condition is noted only as 'in good condition' without further granularity
  • Specific movement model number not provided in source

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

Vacheron & Constantin, Genève, No. 528127, cassa No. 360700, circa 1954. Elegante orologio da polso, per uomo, in oro 18 ct, secondi al centro, ricarica automatica e impermeabile

Reviewed 2026-10-26 · Record ece1fc43a1

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