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Vacheron Constantin Gold Dress Watch, Ref. 6136

Partially verified

This Vacheron Constantin dress watch, reference 6136, is dated by Christie's to circa the 1950s. The yellow gold case measures 32.5 mm in diameter and houses a silvered dial with applied hour markers, an embossed dotted minute track, and center seconds. Christie's reports the movement to be a manual-wind Calibre 1002 configured for time-only functions. The watch is fitted with a dark textured leather strap and is signed on the dial by the maker.

Front view of the Vacheron Constantin Ref. 6136 gold dress watch showing the silvered dial and strap
Front view of the Vacheron Constantin Ref. 6136 gold dress watch showing the silvered dial and strap — Christie’s. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
onlineonly.christies.com
Category
Wristwatch · Dress watch
Maker / attribution
Vacheron Constantin
Reference
6136
Catalogue / lot identifier
105
Source-reported date
circa 1950s
Country
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 External Physical Characteristics

The timepiece features an 18k gold case with a diameter of 32.5 mm. The case shows signs of previous polishing, which has resulted in a rounded center on the case back.

Condition reporting identifies light scratches on the case and notes that the hallmark on the back of the lower right lug is visible but lightly rubbed.

Evidence for this section
  • “CASE DIAMETER:32.5mm”
  • “CASE MATERIAL: 18k Gold”
  • “The case is in good condition with light scratches, has been polished in the past.”
  • “The hallmark on the back of the lower right lug is visible, lightly rubbed.”
  • “The center of the back is rounded from polishing.”

Dial and Hands

The watch features a silvered dial with fancy applied numerals. It is reported that the dial and hands appear to be original.

Surface conditions on the dial include a scratch between 9 and 10 o'clock, spotting at 11 o'clock, and a scuff between 12 and 1 o'clock.

Evidence for this section
  • “DIAL: Silvered, fancy applied numerals”
  • “The dial and hands appear to be original, scratch on the dial at 9-10 o’clock, spotting at 11 o’clock, and a scuff at 12-1 o’clock.”

Movement and Functionality

The watch is powered by a manual-wind Calibre 1002 movement configured for time-only functions. The movement was reported to be in working order at the time of cataloguing.

The movement has not been tested for accuracy, and the source recommends a service due to the age of the watch.

Evidence for this section
  • “CALIBER: 1002”
  • “FUNCTIONS: Time only”
  • “MOVEMENT: Manual”
  • “The movement is in working order at the time of cataloguing, consistent with the age of the watch.”
  • “The movement has not been tested for accuracy. A service is recommended given the age of the watch.”

Open research questions

  • Are there specific production records for Calibre 1002 that confirm its usage in reference 6136?
  • What is the specific significance of the 'fancy applied numerals' configuration on this reference?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Vacheron Constantin Gold Dress Watch, Ref. 6136
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Reference6136“REF. 6136”
Circa1950’s“CIRCA: 1950’s”
Case Material18k Gold“CASE MATERIAL: 18k Gold”
Case Diameter32.5mm“CASE DIAMETER:32.5mm”
MovementManual“MOVEMENT: Manual”
Caliber1002“CALIBER: 1002”
Circa1950s“CIRCA: 1950’s”

Visible details

  • Silvered dial displays applied faceted polygon markers at 3, 6, 9, and 12 o'clock, complemented by textured baton indices at other hours.
  • Dotted circular minute divisions encircle the outer dial perimeter.
  • Surface scratch visible near the center between 9 and 10 o'clock, along with scuff marks between 12 and 1 o'clock.
  • Fitted to a dark textured lizard or reptilian-pattern leather strap.

Research qualifications

  • Christie's condition report notes previous polishing of the case and light rubbing on the lower right lug hallmark.
  • Movement and interior case back are not visible in the provided photograph; calibre 1002 specification is source-reported.

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

Consulted source

VACHERON CONSTANTIN GOLD DRESS WATCH, REF. 6136, | Christie’s

Reviewed 2026-10-21 · Record 2091618a04

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