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Vacheron Constantin Ellipse Ref 39007

Partially verified

This Vacheron Constantin Ellipse, reference 39007, is a manually wound wristwatch constructed with an 18k yellow gold case measuring 32 × 27mm. The timepiece features a vertically brushed champagne dial with dark baton markers, slender hands, and an applied Maltese Cross emblem. The dial incorporates Sigma markings, indicating the use of gold components. The watch is paired with a black leather strap secured by an 18k yellow gold AW pin buckle. The package includes original presentation boxes, a hang tag, a service booklet, and a Certificate of Origin dated 1979 documenting an Italian retail sale. The movement is manually wound and has undergone a recent service.

A 1979 Vacheron Constantin Ellipse reference 39007 in 18k yellow gold on a leather strap.
A 1979 Vacheron Constantin Ellipse reference 39007 in 18k yellow gold on a leather strap. — Bulang & Sons. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.bulangandsons.com
Category
Wristwatch · Dress watch
Maker / attribution
Vacheron Constantin
Reference
39007
Catalogue / lot identifier
Source URL identifies the listing
Source-reported date
1979
Source-reported place
Switzerland

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 features an 18k yellow gold case described as elliptical, measuring 32mm by 27mm. The case back features a brushed finish, maintaining the overall design consistency of the housing.

The dial is finished in a vertically brushed champagne tone and lacks luminous material. It is appointed with slender baton-style hands and matching indices. The applied Maltese Cross logo is positioned at the twelve o'clock position. The dial also displays Sigma markings, which the auction description reports as an indicator that the dial components are made of gold.

Evidence for this section
  • “The beautifully shaped 18k yellow gold case measures 32 × 27mm”
  • “The vertically brushed champagne finish catches the light beautifully, complemented by dark baton markers, slender hands and the applied Maltese Cross.”
  • “The Sigma markings add another lovely period detail.”

Movement and Functionality

The timepiece is powered by a manually wound mechanical movement. The auction description reports that this movement has been fully serviced by an experienced professional watchmaker to ensure its mechanical operation.

The watch functions as a time-only display, focusing on the simplicity of the dial layout. No additional complications are noted in the documentation.

Evidence for this section
  • “Inside is a manually wound movement, fully serviced by an experienced professional watchmaker.”
  • “Manually wound mechanical movement”

Provenance and Accessories

The watch is offered as a complete set, including the original boxes, a branded hang tag, and a service booklet. A critical component of the provenance is the included Certificate of Origin, which confirms the watch was sold in 1979 in Italy.

This documentation confirms the origin and retail history of the watch, associating it with the late 1970s period of the company's production. The watch is also supplied with a black leather strap fitted with an 18k yellow gold AW-signed pin buckle.

Evidence for this section
  • “The accompanying original boxes, hang tag, booklet and Certificate of Origin documenting a 1979 sale in Italy make this an especially appealing package.”
  • “We paired it with a black leather strap and an 18k gold AW pin buckle.”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific caliber number of the manually wound movement housed in the 39007 reference?
  • Is the 'AW' mark on the pin buckle attributable to a specific subcontractor or historical Vacheron Constantin buckle supplier?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Vacheron Constantin Ellipse Ref 39007
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerVacheron Constantin“Vacheron Constantin”
Reference39007“reference 39007”
Case material18k yellow gold“18k yellow gold case”
Dial finishVertically brushed champagne“Vertically brushed champagne Sigma dial”
Date of sale1979“Certificate of Origin dated 1979”
Movement typeManually wound“Manually wound mechanical movement”
Case dimensions32 × 27mm“32 × 27mm 18k yellow gold case”

Visible details

  • Champagne dial with vertical brushing
  • Applied Maltese Cross on the dial
  • Sigma symbols flanking the 'Swiss' signature at the bottom of the dial
  • 18k gold pin buckle with 'AW' marking

Research qualifications

  • The exact production date is not specified beyond the 1979 sale date
  • The specific movement caliber is not identified in the source

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

Consulted source

Vacheron Constantin Ellipse Ref 39007 Champagne Sigma Dial with Box and Papers

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record 670d4bfd52

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