Vacheron Constantin Overseas 47040/000R-9666

Overseas 47040/000R-9666 c. 2014 Box

10779 Overseas 47040/000R-9666 c. 2014 Box An excellent example of a rose gold Overseas with a second generation dial, featuring large Arabic numerals at 3, 6, 9, and 12 o'clock. This watch was serviced by Vacheron Constantin in November 2024 and comes with one year left of the service warranty.\n\nThe Overseas is Vacheron Constantin's take on a stainless steel luxury sports watch. Designed by a young Jorg Hysek and released in 1977 (shortly after Audemars Piguet's Royal Oak in 1972 and Patek Philippe's Nautilus in 1976), it stood in stark contrast against the brand's mainstay, which was then (and arguably still is now) thin dress watches rendered in precious metal.\n\nThe watch was then discontinued, until it was resurrected in 1996 as the modern Overseas collection. Unlike Patek Philippe or Audemars Piguet, Vacheron Constantin drew from its heritage and included the Maltese cross motif both on the bezel and bracelet. This created an arguably more complex and nuanced design which perfectly encapsulates the inherent contradictions between a 'Holy Trinity' watchmaker and the humble stainless steel sports watch. Vacheron Constantin Overseas 47040/000R-9666 Automatic 42 Handling marks, minor dings or very light scratches that cannot be felt with a fingernail. Sharp bevels and edges. Bracelet may have some very light stretch. No wear to precious metal hallmarks or engravings. Vintage watches may have light patina and light overall wear. Rose Gold 2014 Box Watch comes with box and service papers only November 2024 Service This watch was serviced by VC in November 2024. Clasp Screw The clasp screw is steel, rather than rose gold.