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Vacheron Constantin Overseas Reference 72040/423A

Partially verified

The Vacheron Constantin Overseas, reference 72040/423A, is a gentleman's quartz wristwatch, dating to circa 2000. It features a tonneau-shaped stainless steel case with a diameter of 37 mm and is water-resistant. The case-back is secured by eight screws and is engraved. The watch is powered by a quartz movement. The dial is blue and displays radial applied indexes, centre-seconds, and a date aperture positioned at the 3 o'clock mark. The watch is mounted on an integrated stainless steel Vacheron Constantin bracelet equipped with a deployant clasp. This model is identified as a chronometer, officially certified. The total length of the watch is approximately 180 mm. The auction description reports that the signature appears on the dial, case, and movement.

Front view of the Vacheron Constantin Overseas reference 72040/423A showing the blue dial and integrated steel bracelet.
Front view of the Vacheron Constantin Overseas reference 72040/423A showing the blue dial and integrated steel bracelet. — Antiquorum. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
catalog.antiquorum.swiss
Category
Wristwatch · Quartz wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Vacheron Constantin
Reference
72040 / 423A
Catalogue / lot identifier
328-282
Source-reported date
circa 2000
Source-reported place
Switzerland
Source-reported serial
678 187

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 wristwatch features a tonneau-shaped case constructed from stainless steel, measuring 37 mm in diameter. The design includes an integrated stainless steel Vacheron Constantin bracelet that utilizes a deployant clasp. The watch is water-resistant and incorporates an engraved case-back held in place by eight screws.

The dial is finished in a blue tone and is styled with radial applied indexes. Functions include centre-seconds and a date aperture located at the 3 o'clock position. The overall condition of the case is graded as good with slight scratching and wear, while the dial is reported as being in good condition.

Evidence for this section
  • “tonneau-shaped, gentleman’s wristwatch, water-resistant with engraved case-back screwed by eight screws”
  • “blue dial with radial applied indexes, centre-seconds and one horological complication: • Date of the month (aperture at 3)”
  • “Case: 3-8-12 Good Slightly scratched Worn”

Movement and Functionality

This Vacheron Constantin Overseas model is powered by a quartz movement. The watch is designated as a chronometer and is officially certified, signifying performance standards established for its timekeeping capability.

The movement is signed by the manufacturer, consistent with the signatures located on the dial and case. The watch provides a standard quartz display with a date function and centre-seconds hand.

Evidence for this section
  • “quartz, centre-seconds, date”
  • ““Chronometer Officially Certified””
  • “Signature dial, case and movement”

Condition and Attribution

The auction description provides a grading for the watch, assigning it a grade of AA, which is described as very good. Specific observations provided in the report note that the case shows some wear and slight scratching, while the movement is assigned a grade of 3 and the dial is also graded as good.

The watch is attributed to the manufacturer Vacheron Constantin of Geneva and dated to approximately 2000. It is catalogued with the case number 678 187 and the reference 72040/423A.

Evidence for this section
  • “Grading System Grade: AA Very good”
  • “Case: 3-8-12 Good Slightly scratched Worn”
  • “Year circa 2000”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific quartz caliber number used in this reference?
  • How does the 'Chronometer Officially Certified' status for this specific quartz model align with contemporary COSC standards for the year 2000?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Vacheron Constantin Overseas Reference 72040/423A
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerVacheron Constantin“Vacheron Constantin”
Reference72040 / 423A“Ref. 72040 / 423A”
Case MaterialStainless steel“stainless steel”
Movement TypeQuartz“quartz”
Case Serial678 187“678 187”
Datecirca 2000“circa 2000”
ComplicationsDate and centre-seconds“centre-seconds and one horological complication: • Date of the month (aperture at 3)”
Case-backScrewed by eight screws“engraved case-back screwed by eight screws”

Visible details

  • Integrated stainless steel link bracelet with a deployant clasp
  • Engraved case-back secured by eight visible screws
  • Blue dial with radial applied indexes and date aperture at 3 o'clock
  • Water-resistant casing indicated by the screw-down design

Research qualifications

  • The exact current functional state of the quartz movement is not detailed beyond a grading
  • Visible wear and light scratching are noted on the case

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

Consulted source

Vacheron Constantin - Ref. 72040 / 423A, quartz, centre-seconds, date; “Overseas”; stainless steel

Reviewed 2026-10-26 · Record 50368f379b

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