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Vacheron Constantin Jubilee 240, Reference 47240/J

Partially verified

This Vacheron Constantin 'Jubilee 240' wristwatch, reference 47240/J, was produced in 1995 to commemorate the 240th anniversary of the manufacturer. The timepiece features a tonneau-shaped, 18K yellow gold two-body case measuring 33 x 43 mm, equipped with fluted curved teardrop lugs and a case back secured by four screws. The watch is powered by the self-winding Caliber 1127 movement, which includes a 40-hour power reserve. The silver guilloché dial is decorated with applied yellow gold radial Roman numerals and pyramid indices, and features subsidiary dials for the seconds at the 6 o'clock position and the calendar date at the 2 o'clock position, with a dedicated sector for the power reserve indication located at the 10 o'clock position. The movement is rhodium-plated and finished with 'fausses côtes' decoration. This model was sold with its fitted box and certificate.

Front view of the Vacheron Constantin Jubilee 240 watch with guilloché dial and power reserve indicator.
Front view of the Vacheron Constantin Jubilee 240 watch with guilloché dial and power reserve indicator. — Antiquorum. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
catalog.antiquorum.swiss
Category
Wristwatch · Self-winding wristwatch with power reserve
Maker / attribution
Vacheron Constantin
Reference
47240/J
Catalogue / lot identifier
13
Source-reported date
1995
Source-reported place
Switzerland
Source-reported serial
657012

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 18K yellow gold, tonneau-shaped, two-body case. The exterior features polished finishes and distinctive fluted, curved teardrop lugs, with the case back secured by four screws and shielded by a sapphire crystal. The case measures 33 x 43 mm with a thickness of 9 mm.

The dial is rendered in a guilloché silver finish, providing a textured background for the applied radial Roman numerals and pyramid indices crafted in yellow gold. Functional displays include subsidiary dials for seconds at 6 o'clock, a date calendar at 2 o'clock, and an up-and-down power reserve sector situated at 10 o'clock. The time is indicated via yellow gold feuille-style hands.

Evidence for this section
  • “Two-body, solid, polished, case back with 4 screws, fluted curved teardrop lugs, sapphire crystal.”
  • “Guilloché silver with applied yellow gold radial Roman numerals and pyramid index, subsidiary dials for the seconds at 6 and the days of the month at 2, sector for the up-anddown indication at 10.”

Movement and Functionality

The watch is driven by the Caliber 1127, a self-winding mechanical movement containing 45 jewels. The movement is finished with rhodium plating and standard 'fausses côtes' decoration. It features a straight-line lever escapement, a monometallic balance, a shock absorber system, and a self-compensating flat balance spring.

The watch provides a 40-hour power reserve and includes date functionality. According to the auction description, the movement is in good working order, though surface condition assessments are provided in the grading section.

Evidence for this section
  • “M. Cal. 1127, rhodium-plated, "fausses côtes" decoration, 45 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock absorber, self-compensating flat balance spring.”
  • “Very fine, tonneau-shaped, self-winding, water-resistant, 18K yellow gold gentleman's wristwatch with 40-hour power reserve and date.”

Condition and Attribution

The auction description reports the watch as being in 'Very good' condition (Grade AA). Individual components are graded separately: the dial is cited as 'Very good', the movement as 'Good', and the case as 'Good', with specific mention of scratches present on the case.

The watch was issued in 1995 as a commemorative piece for the 240th anniversary of Vacheron Constantin. The documentation, consisting of the original fitted box and the watch certificate, accompanies the lot.

Evidence for this section
  • “Grading System Grade: AA Very good”
  • “Accompanied by a fitted box and certificate.”
  • “Made in 1995 to commemorate the 240th anniversary of Vacheron Constantin.”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific total production number of the 'Jubilee 240' reference 47240/J?
  • How does the Caliber 1127 functionality compare to other contemporary Vacheron Constantin automatic movements from the 1990s?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Vacheron Constantin Jubilee 240, Reference 47240/J
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerVacheron Constantin“Vacheron Constantin, Genève”
Reference47240/J“Ref. 47240/J”
Serial657012“case No. 657012”
Date1995“Made in 1995”
MovementCaliber 1127“M. Cal. 1127”
Case Material18K yellow gold“18K yellow gold gentleman's wristwatch”
Dimensions33 x 43 mm“Dim. 33 x 43 mm.”
Jewels45“45 jewels”

Visible details

  • Guilloché patterned dial surface
  • Subsidiary power reserve indicator
  • Fluted teardrop-style lugs
  • Yellow gold feuille hands

Research qualifications

  • Condition report notes scratches on the case
  • Verification of internal movement condition requires disassembly

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

Consulted source

"Jubilee 240" Vacheron Constantin, Genève, "Jubilee 240", case No. 657012, Ref. 47240/J. Made in 1995 to commemorate the 240th anniversary of Vacheron Constantin. Very fine, tonneau-shaped, self-winding, water-resistant, 18K yellow gold gentleman's wristwatch with 40-hour power reserve and date. Accompanied by a fitted box and certificate.

Reviewed 2026-10-26 · Record 31f40ac3cd

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