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Vacheron Constantin Ladies Watch

Vacheron Constantin Diamond 18K White Gold Ladies Cocktail Watch Bracelet
Vacheron Constantin Diamond 18K White Gold Ladies Cocktail Watch Bracelet

Vacheron Constantin Diamond 18K White Gold Ladies Cocktail Watch Bracelet

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Chicago, IL

An extraordinary Vacheron Constantin ladies cocktail watch crafted in luxurious 18 karat white gold and lavishly adorned with brilliant-cut diamonds throughout.

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Vintage 1980s French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold

Vacheron Constantin Harmony 18k Gold Ladies Watch Ref. 61201/939
Vacheron Constantin Harmony 18k Gold Ladies Watch Ref. 61201/939

Vacheron Constantin Harmony 18k Gold Ladies Watch Ref. 61201/939

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Monaco, MC

For collectors and connoisseurs seeking a ladies' watch from one of horology's most revered houses, this Vacheron Constantin Harmony offers exceptional value.

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1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vacheron Constantin Ladies Platinum Diamond Sapphire Watch from 1930's
Vacheron Constantin Ladies Platinum Diamond Sapphire Watch from 1930's

Vacheron Constantin Ladies Platinum Diamond Sapphire Watch from 1930's

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Long Beach, CA

LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This sophisticated ladies evening watch was produced sometime in the late 1930's or early 1940's by the legendary house of Vacheron Constantin in Geneva.

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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vacheron Constantin Ladies Yellow Gold Wristwatch
Vacheron Constantin Ladies Yellow Gold Wristwatch

Vacheron Constantin Ladies Yellow Gold Wristwatch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Stamford, CT

Ladies, original Vacheron Model 250895 movement serial #400600 produced in 1929 in Switzerland. 18k yellow gold bezel.. New French tan leather band. Recently serviced. Toneau shape ...

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Early 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vacheron Constantin Diamond Art Deco Ladies Watch Platinum Manual Carre 2.73ctw
Vacheron Constantin Diamond Art Deco Ladies Watch Platinum Manual Carre 2.73ctw

Vacheron Constantin Diamond Art Deco Ladies Watch Platinum Manual Carre 2.73ctw

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Greensboro, NC

Brand: Vacheron & Constantin Movement: Manual Number of Jewels: 18 Warranty: 1 year Era: Art Deco Date: May 11, 2026 Movement Maker: Swiss Dial Color: Silver Metal Content: Plat...

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Vintage 1920s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vacheron Constantin ladies cocktail watch, 18K yellow gold, 6 x diamonds, 1960
Vacheron Constantin ladies cocktail watch, 18K yellow gold, 6 x diamonds, 1960

Vacheron Constantin ladies cocktail watch, 18K yellow gold, 6 x diamonds, 1960

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Canterbury, England

Our vintage, rare and very attractive manually wound Vacheron Constantin ladies cocktail watch features a 17mm 18ct yellow gold case (exc crown) with integrated 18ct yellow gold brac...

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Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Vacheron & Constantin Ladies 14 Karat Gold Art Deco Bracelet Watch circa 1940s
Vacheron & Constantin Ladies 14 Karat Gold Art Deco Bracelet Watch circa 1940s

Vacheron & Constantin Ladies 14 Karat Gold Art Deco Bracelet Watch circa 1940s

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Vacheron & Constantin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Bracelet Style METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Gold DIMENSIONS: Length 25mm X Width 14mm CIRCA: 1940...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Vacheron Constantin Backwinder Diamond Cocktail Watch in 18K Yellow Gold
Vacheron Constantin Backwinder Diamond Cocktail Watch in 18K Yellow Gold

Vacheron Constantin Backwinder Diamond Cocktail Watch in 18K Yellow Gold

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Antwerp, BE

Vacheron Constantin Rare Backwinder Diamond Cocktail Watch – 18K Yellow Gold & Brilliant-Cut Diamonds High Jewelry Vintage Timepiece Strap Length : 15 Cm (can be made longer by...

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20th Century Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vacheron Constantin Ladies Cambree Asymmetric 25515/U01G-9233 18K White Gold
Vacheron Constantin Ladies Cambree Asymmetric 25515/U01G-9233 18K White Gold

Vacheron Constantin Ladies Cambree Asymmetric 25515/U01G-9233 18K White Gold

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in San Diego, CA

Style Number: 25515/u01G-9233 Model: Asymmetric Cambree Case Material: 18K White Gold Band: 18K White Gold Bezel: Original Diamond Bezel Dial: Silver Face: Sapphire Crystal Case Si...

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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

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A VACHERON CONSTANTIN Ladies Watch

A VACHERON CONSTANTIN Ladies Watch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Southampton, NY

Signed , Vacheron Constantin

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Swiss Wrist Watches

Vacheron Constantin Ladies Pagoda Kalla 18KT White Gold Watch
Vacheron Constantin Ladies Pagoda Kalla 18KT White Gold Watch

Vacheron Constantin Ladies Pagoda Kalla 18KT White Gold Watch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vacheron Constatin Metiers dArt Ladies Pagoda Kalla Is 27.7mm ladies watch in 18kt white gold with a bagguette setting all through out the watch and band, including dial. 619071 IM...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vacheron Constantin 1972 Cambree 18ct Pink Gold & Diamond Ladies Watch 25515
Vacheron Constantin 1972 Cambree 18ct Pink Gold & Diamond Ladies Watch 25515

Vacheron Constantin 1972 Cambree 18ct Pink Gold & Diamond Ladies Watch 25515

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in FORTITUDE VALLEY, QLD

Here we have a truly remarkable Vacheron Constantin 1972 Cambree 18ct Pink Gold & Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch 25515 This watch is truly a beautiful and exquisite example of one of ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vacheron Constantin Ladies Yellow Gold Malte Turban Quartz Wristwatch Ref 27601
Vacheron Constantin Ladies Yellow Gold Malte Turban Quartz Wristwatch Ref 27601

Vacheron Constantin Ladies Yellow Gold Malte Turban Quartz Wristwatch Ref 27601

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Brand Name Vacheron Constantin Style Number Ref. 27601 Also Called 27601 143 J-7586 Series Malte Turban Gender Lady's Case Material 18k Yellow Gold w/ Diamond Be...

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Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vacheron Constantin Ladies Phidias Watch
Vacheron Constantin Ladies Phidias Watch

Vacheron Constantin Ladies Phidias Watch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Dallas, TX

Vacheron Constantin Ladies Phidias Watch - Quartz. 18K Yellow gold and stainless steel (28 mm).

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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Vacheron Constantin Yellow Gold Ladies Watch
Vacheron Constantin Yellow Gold Ladies Watch

Vacheron Constantin Yellow Gold Ladies Watch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Beautiful ladies watch created by one of the most renown Swiss watch companies Vacheron-Constantin in the 1970s.

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Vintage 1970s French Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vacheron & Constantin Ladies Platinum Evening Manual Dress Watch
Vacheron & Constantin Ladies Platinum Evening Manual Dress Watch

Vacheron & Constantin Ladies Platinum Evening Manual Dress Watch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Vacheron & Constantin for J. E. Caldwell STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Diamond Evening Dress Watch METAL: Platinum CIRCA: 1920's MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Windi...

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Vintage 1920s Wrist Watches

Vacheron Constantin 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Les Historiques Watch
Vacheron Constantin 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Les Historiques Watch

Vacheron Constantin 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Les Historiques Watch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Dallas, TX

Vacheron Constantin 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Les Historiques Watch - Manual winding. 18K Yellow gold ( 24 mm ).

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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Vacheron Constantin 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Les Historiques Watch
Vacheron Constantin 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Les Historiques Watch

Vacheron Constantin 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Les Historiques Watch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Dallas, TX

Vacheron Constantin 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Les Historiques Watch - Manual winding. 18K Yellow gold ( 24 mm ).

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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Vacheron Constantin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Phidas Ladies Watch
Vacheron Constantin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Phidas Ladies Watch

Vacheron Constantin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Phidas Ladies Watch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Dallas, TX

Vacheron Constantin 18K Yellow Gold Phidas Ladies Watch - Quartz. 18K Yellow gold with smooth bezel ( 24 mm) .

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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

1910's Vacheron & Constantin Exquisite Art Deco Ladies Watch
1910's Vacheron & Constantin Exquisite Art Deco Ladies Watch

1910's Vacheron & Constantin Exquisite Art Deco Ladies Watch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Suwanee, GA

NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...

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Vintage 1910s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

1960's Vacheron Constantin 18KT White Gold Ladies' Watch
1960's Vacheron Constantin 18KT White Gold Ladies' Watch

1960's Vacheron Constantin 18KT White Gold Ladies' Watch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT

Fabolous and in incredible conditions Vacheron Constantin lady 1960's Period One and only owner who used it rarely and preserved it in the best way 18KT White Gold case and bracelet ...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Vacheron Constantin Ladies Platinum Diamond Wristwatch

Vacheron Constantin Ladies Platinum Diamond Wristwatch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in London, GB

A Vacheron Constantin Art Deco emerald and diamond cocktail watch. The rectangular dial is painted white, with Art Deco numerals and is signed Vacheron Constantin. There is a row of ...

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

1925 VACHERON & CONSTANTIN Exceptional Art Deco Ladies Platinum & Diamond Watch
1925 VACHERON & CONSTANTIN Exceptional Art Deco Ladies Platinum & Diamond Watch

1925 VACHERON & CONSTANTIN Exceptional Art Deco Ladies Platinum & Diamond Watch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Suwanee, GA

NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...

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Vintage 1920s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

1960s Vacheron Constantin 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies Hand Winding Watch
1960s Vacheron Constantin 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies Hand Winding Watch

1960s Vacheron Constantin 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies Hand Winding Watch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage Vacheron Constantin 14K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch This authentic Vacheron Constantin Watch has a 14K Yellow gold case and bracelet Hand winding Movement 17 jewels The roun...

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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vacheron Constantin Ladies 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Malte Power Reserve Watch
Vacheron Constantin Ladies 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Malte Power Reserve Watch

Vacheron Constantin Ladies 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Malte Power Reserve Watch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Vacheron Constantin 32mm Ladies Watch. The 18 karat yellow gold watch features power reserve, diamond bezel, moon phase, manual wind, and leather strap.

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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vacheron & Constantin 18Kt. White Gold Ladies Dress Watch with Diamond Bezel
Vacheron & Constantin 18Kt. White Gold Ladies Dress Watch with Diamond Bezel

Vacheron & Constantin 18Kt. White Gold Ladies Dress Watch with Diamond Bezel

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Long Beach, CA

The bracelet if full length and can be shorted if necessary. The watch was produced by the legendary house of Vacheron & Constantin one of the worlds oldest watch companies and renow...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Vacheron-Constantin Diamond Platinum Bracelet Ladies Wristwatch
Vacheron-Constantin Diamond Platinum Bracelet Ladies Wristwatch

Vacheron-Constantin Diamond Platinum Bracelet Ladies Wristwatch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Elegant and feminine lady's watch bracelet created by Vacheron-Constantin in Switzerland. The watch case is made of platinum and set with round brilliant and baguette cut diamonds (...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vacheron Constantin Ladies Steel and Diamond Overseas, 1999
Vacheron Constantin Ladies Steel and Diamond Overseas, 1999

Vacheron Constantin Ladies Steel and Diamond Overseas, 1999

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Braintree, GB

Vacheron Constantin Ladies Steel & Diamond Overseas Circa 1999 Gender: Ladies Case size: 25 mm Movement: Quartz Watchband Material: Steel Case material: Steel Display Type: Analogue...

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1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Vacheron & Constantin Ladies 1940s Rose Gold Mechanical Wristwatch
Vacheron & Constantin Ladies 1940s Rose Gold Mechanical Wristwatch

Vacheron & Constantin Ladies 1940s Rose Gold Mechanical Wristwatch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1940s Vacheron & Constantin Ladies Wrist Watch, 17 M.M. 18K Rose Gold 2 Piece Case with Scrolled Cover Lugs. 17 Jewel Mechanical, Manual Wind Movement, Older quality Restored S...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Vacheron Constantin Dress Watch Ladies Yellow Gold Onyx Dial Diamond 18702/201
Vacheron Constantin Dress Watch Ladies Yellow Gold Onyx Dial Diamond 18702/201

Vacheron Constantin Dress Watch Ladies Yellow Gold Onyx Dial Diamond 18702/201

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Mayfair, London, London

An 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Dress Wristwatch, black onyx dial, a fixed 18k yellow gold bezel set with 20 round brilliant cut diamonds (~2.06ct), an 18k yellow gold integrated bracelet ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vacheron & Constantin Ladies Yellow Gold Champagne Dial Quartz Wristwatch
Vacheron & Constantin Ladies Yellow Gold Champagne Dial Quartz Wristwatch

Vacheron & Constantin Ladies Yellow Gold Champagne Dial Quartz Wristwatch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Mayfair, London, London

An 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch 27046, champagne dial with applied index batons, a fixed polished patterned 18k yellow gold bezel, a polished woven 18k yellow gold bracelet with...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vacheron Constantin Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire Manual Wristwatch
Vacheron Constantin Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire Manual Wristwatch

Vacheron Constantin Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire Manual Wristwatch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Dallas, TX

Vacheron Constantin Round Brilliant Diamonds and Sapphire Watch - Manual winding. 18K Yellow gold; hinged case ( 22 mm ). Gold tone dial with diamond hour markers. Openwork link brac...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Vacheron Constantin Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire Manual Wristwatch
Vacheron Constantin Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire Manual Wristwatch

Vacheron Constantin Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire Manual Wristwatch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Dallas, TX

Vacheron Constantin Round Brilliant Diamonds and Sapphire Watch - Manual winding. 18K Yellow gold; hinged case ( 22 mm ). Gold tone dial with diamond hour markers. Openwork link brac...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Vacheron Constantin ladies Yellow gold Diamond Sapphire Manual Wristwatch
Vacheron Constantin ladies Yellow gold Diamond Sapphire Manual Wristwatch

Vacheron Constantin ladies Yellow gold Diamond Sapphire Manual Wristwatch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Dallas, TX

Vacheron Constantin Round Brilliant Diamonds and Sapphire Watch - Manual winding. 18K Yellow gold; hinged case ( 22 mm ). Gold tone dial with diamond hour markers. Openwork link brac...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Vacheron Constantin Ladies Stainless Steel Overseas Quartz Wristwatch Ref 25750
Vacheron Constantin Ladies Stainless Steel Overseas Quartz Wristwatch Ref 25750

Vacheron Constantin Ladies Stainless Steel Overseas Quartz Wristwatch Ref 25750

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Dallas, TX

Vacheron Constantin Overseas Stainless Steel Ladies Watch ref. 25750 or 25750/d01a-9123 - Quartz; with date at 4 o'clock.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

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Vacheron Constantin Ladies Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

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How Much is a Vacheron Constantin Ladies Watch?

The price for a vacheron constantin ladies watch starts at $2,475 and tops out at $98,254 with these watches, on average, selling for $9,750.

Vacheron Constantin for sale on 1stDibs

Iconic Swiss watchmaker Vacheron Constantin was among the first brands to embrace the Geneva Seal and is the oldest watch producer in the world that is still in operation. Vintage Vacheron Constantin watches continue to charm and captivate collectors near and far, and the manufacturer’s Maltese cross logo, adopted in 1877, is instantly recognizable as an emblem of luxurious design and enduring quality.

Vacheron Constantin was founded in 1755 by Jean-Marc Vacheron, the son of a master weaver in Geneva who instilled in his children his belief that working with one’s hands is a noble endeavor. Jean-Marc took his father’s convictions to heart and opened his watchmaking workshop at the age of 24. The watchmaker made custom watches for royalty and flourished as an innovator in its field.

Vacheron Constantin functioned as a family business for several decades after Jean-Marc’s death. His grandson, Jacques-Barthélemy, took over the business in 1810 and promptly realized that he would need support in order to expand the company’s reach as well as oversee production. He searched for a partner who was versed in international business and who had a fondness for watches — and he found it in successful businessman François Constantin, who became his associate in 1819.

Constantin was born to a merchant in Geneva. From a young age, he traveled extensively and honed his business skills, fast becoming a venerable merchant himself. Shortly after joining Vacheron, Constantin coined the company's motto, "Do better if possible, and that is always possible." These words continue to guide the brand to this day.

Since becoming known as Vacheron & Constantin in 1819 — and later, Vacheron Constantin — the company has enjoyed international acclaim for everything from jewelry watches to provocative shaped designs, and its alluring timepieces are highly sought after by antique and vintage watch enthusiasts.

Widely loved models designed by Vacheron Constantin include the sporty Overseas and the Patrimony, while a number of Vacheron Constantin watches hold world records. A vintage pocket watch previously owned by King Fuad I of Egypt is one of the most expensive watches ever sold at auction. Another watch — the Reference 57260 pocket watch — has 57 complications and took eight years to build. In 2022 Vacheron Constantin exhibited a selection of its rarely seen mid-century watches in its New York City flagship store. Since the 1990s, the company has been a subsidiary of the Swiss Richemont Group.

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