Vacheron Constantin. Extravagant and Very Distinctive Helm Wristwatch in Yellow Gold, Black Dial, Reference 4709 With Fancy Lugs and Case
Model: Helm
Reference: 4709
Case Material: Yellow Gold
Bracelet Material: Leather Strap
Year: 1950's
Movement: Manual
Caliber: 458/3B
Case N°: 323627
Movement N°: 488418
Dimensions: 32 mm
Signed: Dial, movement and case
Vacheron Constantin came up with highly creative and unusual case designs during the dynamic period of the 1950s offering an alternative to classical dress wristwatches. These innovative designs gave birth the incredibly unusual and never seen before reference 4709 she as the present watch. Nicknamed “Helm” because of its likeness to a ship’s rudder, this intricate watch boasts a case manufactured by none other than C. Markowsky, known for imaginative designs and the highest level of craft. Later versions came with center seconds while first ones, such as the present watch, featured a subsidiary seconds. This very model in yellow gold is preserved in incredible and pleasant conditions with still all its original and hard edges. The black dial has very beautiful triangle hours markers with baton hands nicely preserved.
Estimate € 10000 - 20000
The item will be sold under “Temporary Importation” and import VAT will be charged on the final price (including premium), ONLY if it is delivered within the EU.
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Model: Helm
Reference: 4709
Case Material: Yellow Gold
Bracelet Material: Leather Strap
Year: 1950's
Movement: Manual
Caliber: 458/3B
Case N°: 323627
Movement N°: 488418
Dimensions: 32 mm
Signed: Dial, movement and case
Vacheron Constantin came up with highly creative and unusual case designs during the dynamic period of the 1950s offering an alternative to classical dress wristwatches. These innovative designs gave birth the incredibly unusual and never seen before reference 4709 she as the present watch. Nicknamed “Helm” because of its likeness to a ship’s rudder, this intricate watch boasts a case manufactured by none other than C. Markowsky, known for imaginative designs and the highest level of craft. Later versions came with center seconds while first ones, such as the present watch, featured a subsidiary seconds. This very model in yellow gold is preserved in incredible and pleasant conditions with still all its original and hard edges. The black dial has very beautiful triangle hours markers with baton hands nicely preserved.
Estimate € 10000 - 20000
The item will be sold under “Temporary Importation” and import VAT will be charged on the final price (including premium), ONLY if it is delivered within the EU.
View additional photos of the item on Monaco Legend Auctions Website
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