Vacheron Constantin Historique Chronograph 4178

Ref. 4178A rare and attractive pink gold chronograph wristwatch with champagne dial and tachymeter scale

Manufacturer: Vacheron Constantin Year: 1947 Reference No: 4178 Movement No: 128'607 Case No: 295'600 Material: 18K pink gold Calibre: Manual, cal. 434, 19 jewels Bracelet/Strap: Leather Clasp/Buckle: 18K pink gold Vacheron Constantin pin buckle Dimensions: 36mm Diameter Signed: Case, dial, movement and buckle signed Accessories: Accompanied by Vacheron Constantin Certificate of Authenticity confirming year of production in 1947, service papers and original boxThe present Vacheron Constantin reference 4178 lures in seductively thanks to the winning combination of pink gold case and light champagne colored dial. Launched in 1940 and in production until 1964, Vacheron Constantin's reference 4178 is the model collectors immediately designate as an icon and the chronograph most associated with Vacheron Constantin. Immediately recognizable thanks to its gorgeous and inimitable teardrop lugs, the 4178 is also considered one of the most beautiful chronograph watches ever made due to its balanced proportions and near-perfect symmetry. During its production, the reference 4178, like with the present lot, housed two different chronograph calibers: V492 and V434. Research shows us that only 280 examples of the reference 4178 in pink gold housing caliber 434 were made. The present watch is in overall excellent condition retaining the faceted lugs and sensual curves that collectors find so attractive. It furthermore underwent a full service at Vacheron Constantin’s ateliers in Geneva in 2013 where the dial was restored to its previous glory. The present 4178 would be an excellent addition to the collection of the savvy Vacheronista.