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Wristwatch · Self-winding wristwatch with power reserve, day and date

Vacheron Constantin Jubilé 1755 Reference 85250

Partially verified

This Vacheron Constantin 'Jubilé 1755' wristwatch, No. 136, was produced in 2005 to mark the manufacturer's 250th anniversary. It is part of a limited edition of 500 examples manufactured in 18K yellow gold. The watch features an automatic Caliber 2475 movement, which includes a power reserve indicator, day, and date complications. The case measures 40 mm in diameter and 12.7 mm in thickness, constructed in three parts with a polished finish and serrated edges on both the bezel and the transparent case back. The dial displays a '250 ans' guilloché pattern with applied yellow gold indices and numerals. The timepiece is signed on the dial, case, and movement and features the Seal of Geneva quality mark. It is accompanied by an original fitted box, an 18K yellow gold buckle, and an official certificate.

Front view of the Vacheron Constantin 'Jubilé 1755' in 18K yellow gold, showing the silvered guilloché dial, power reserve indicator, and day/date registers.
Front view of the Vacheron Constantin 'Jubilé 1755' in 18K yellow gold, showing the silvered guilloché dial, power reserve indicator, and day/date registers. — Antiquorum. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
catalog.antiquorum.swiss
Category
Wristwatch · Self-winding wristwatch with power reserve, day and date
Maker / attribution
Vacheron Constantin
Reference
85250/000J-9142
Catalogue / lot identifier
422
Source-reported date
2005
Source-reported place
Switzerland
Source-reported serial
800158

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 Design

The watch case is constructed in three parts and fashioned from 18K yellow gold. It features a polished finish, with specific decorative elements including a serrated edge on the fixed bezel and a rounded case band. The lugs are described as curved and sloped with a '250 ans' commemorative design. The case back is transparent, allowing for visibility of the movement, and is secured by six screws, also featuring a serrated edge similar to the bezel.

The light silvered dial is finished with an engine-turned guilloché pattern consistent with the '250 ans' commemorative theme. It is fitted with applied yellow gold baton markers, with yellow gold numerals at the 6 and 12 positions. The time is displayed via 'éventail' hands. The dial includes subsidiary displays for the day and date, as well as a sector for the power reserve indicator. An applied Seal of Geneva quality mark is present on the dial surface.

Evidence for this section
  • “C. Three-body, polished, bezel with serrated edge, rounded band, curved sloped ?250 ans? lugs, transparent back with serrated edge secured with 6 screws”
  • “D. Light silvered, ?250 ans? guilloché commemorative pattern, applied yellow gold baton indexes and yellow gold 6 and 12”

Movement and Mechanics

The watch is powered by the Vacheron Constantin Caliber 2475, a self-winding movement. The caliber is rhodium-plated and decorated with 'fausses côtes' patterns. It features 27 jewels and a straight-line lever escapement. The balance system is free-sprung and monometallic, oscillating at a frequency of 4 Hz, or 28,800 vibrations per hour. The movement is equipped with a shock absorber and a self-compensating flat balance spring.

The movement includes a guilloché gold rotor. It is stamped with the Seal of Geneva Quality Mark, indicating compliance with specified production standards. The caliber provides indications for the day, date, and a 44-hour power reserve. External correctors are positioned to allow for the adjustment of the day and date displays.

Evidence for this section
  • “M. Cal. 2475, stamped with the Seal of Geneva Quality Mark, rhodium-plated, ?fausses côtes? decoration, 27 jewels, straight-line lever escapement”
  • “guilloché gold rotor, on both sides, correctors for day and date adjustements”

Commemorative Context and Documentation

This timepiece was produced as part of a limited edition to celebrate the 250th anniversary of Vacheron Constantin in 2005. The edition comprised a total of 1755 watches distributed across different precious metal variants. There were 250 examples in platinum, 500 in 18K white gold, 500 in 18K pink gold, and 500 in 18K yellow gold, with five additional examples reserved by the company.

The specific watch catalogued is marked as number 136 of the yellow gold series. The auction description reports that the object comes with its original fitted box and an accompanying certificate. All three main components—the dial, the case, and the movement—are signed by the manufacturer.

Evidence for this section
  • “The present watch is part of a Commemorative Edition of 1755 timepieces, especially made for the 250th Anniversary of Vacheron Constantin.”
  • “Dial, case and movement signed.”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific composition of the metal alloy used for the 'éventail' hands?
  • Are there variations in the guilloché pattern layout between the different metal variants of this commemorative edition?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Vacheron Constantin Jubilé 1755 Reference 85250
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
ManufacturerVacheron Constantin, Genève“Vacheron Constantin, Genève”
Reference85250/000J-9142“Ref. 85250/000J-9142”
Serial Number800158“case No. 800158”
Movement Number971935“movement No. 971935”
Limited Edition500 examples in yellow gold“Made in a limited edition of 500 examples in yellow gold for the 250th Anniversary of Vacheron Constantin in 2005.”
MovementCaliber 2475“M. Cal. 2475”
Dimensions40 mm diameter, 12.7 mm thickness“Diam. 40 mm. Thickness 12.7 mm.”

Visible details

  • Serrated edge on the bezel
  • Applied yellow gold baton hour markers
  • Subsidiary dials for day and date at 9 and 3 o'clock
  • Dark brown leather strap with gold buckle

Research qualifications

  • Condition grading is reported by the auction house rather than verified
  • Exact manufacturing date within the year 2005 is not specified

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

Consulted source

Yellow Gold 'Jubilé 1755' Vacheron Constantin, Genève, 'Jubilé 1755', No. 136, movement No. 971935, case No. 800158, Ref. 85250/000J-9142. Made in a limited edition of 500 examples in yellow gold for the 250th Anniversary of Vacheron Constantin in 2005. Very fine and rare, center seconds, self-winding, water-resistant, 18K yellow gold gentleman`s wristwatch with day, date, 44-hour power reserve indication and an 18K yellow gold Vacheron & Constantin buckle. Accompanied by the original fitted box and Certificate.

Reviewed 2026-10-26 · Record 695f0e8457

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