Vacheron Constantin Chronomètre Royal 6075

Ref. 6075A rare and elegant yellow gold chronometer wristwatch with bracelet presented with box, original certificate, rating certificate and Geneva seal certificate

Manufacturer: Vacheron Constantin Year: 1954 Reference No: 6075 Movement No: 508'685 Case No: 342'529 Model Name: Chronomètre Royal Material: 18K yellow gold Calibre: Manual, cal. 1008BS, 19 jewels Bracelet/Strap: 18K yellow gold Gay Frères bracelet, max length 210mm Clasp/Buckle: 18K folding clasp stamped 4-53 Dimensions: 35mm Diameter Signed: Case, dial, movement and bracelet signed Accessories: Accompanied by Vacheron Constantin original fitted box, original certificate, rating certificate, Geneva seal certificate and Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 1954.Behind a delightfully historic name (that was registered as a trademark as early as 1907), Vacheron Constantin’s “Chronomètre Royal” is one of horology’s best known models as well as one of the first attempts at serial production of a precision timepiece. Each and every Chronomètre Royal was an ultimate expression of Vacheron Constantin’s know-how, in terms of aesthetic design, chronometry and finishing quality. Accordingly, vintage Chronomètre Royal wristwatches are considered by collectors and scholars to be amongst the finest ever made by any brand. The present lot is a fantastic example of Vacheron Constantin’s design acumen, with its large case, beautifully intricate integrated yellow gold bracelet made by Gay Frères and beautiful silver dial with applied and faceted gold hour markers. The 1008BS (for Balance Stop) movement is nothing short of superb with its painstaking hand decoration attested by the Geneva seal. It is interesting to note that this movement was the first to offer a “hacking” mechanism in a civilian timepiece. This watch is accompanied by its original chronometer rating results bearing the mention: “particularly good results”. Complete with its original box, original Certificate of Origin, Chronomètre Royal Bulletin de Marche, and Geneva seal certificate make the present lot a rare find for the discerning collector.