Vacheron & Constantin - For the American Market - Serviced w/ 1 year warranty.

ABOUT THIS WATCH:  MANUFACTURER: Vacheron & Constantin REFERENCE: Unknown YEAR: 1946 SERIAL: 29xxxx CASE: The case was manufactured by F. Baumgartner. F. Baumgartner is a well known and prestigious case maker known for making cases for the likes of Patek including some of their early Elipses and the infamous 2526. It measures 26mm x 35mm and is constructed entirely of solid 18kt yellow gold. The case appears to have remained unpolished with vertical brushing and preserved hallmarks on the side of the case lugs. The case presents wear commensurate with its age. It is completed by the watches original crown.  DIAL:  An original V&C engraved enamel dial. The dial has patinated to wonderful beige. It features alternating even Arabic and beaded hour markers. It is completed by the watches original pencil handset.  MOVEMENT: Vacheron manually wound caliber 458. Vacheron's finishing prowess that they had come to be known for by the mid twentieth century is on full display as we see a myriad of finishing techniques including cotes de Genève, pearlage, anglage and black polishing. The watch just returned from service and carries a one year warranty dated from 05/2026.  BRACELET:  We have paired this beautiful watch with our "Nea Moni" strap - an entirely handmade pebbled Sienna calf skin strap. The strap was handcrafted by a single artisan in the heart of Italy. Italy has been come to known for their premium leather goods. Rest assured this strap is of the highest quality. ACCESSORIES: None.  BOX/PAPERS: No.  EXTRACT: No.  WARRANTY: One year dated from 05/2026 BANK WIRE/ZELLE PRICE: $4,999 shipped.