Vacheron Constantin Patrimony 43032

Vacheron Constantin Ref. 43032 A fine and rare yellow gold skeletonised perpetual calendar wristwatch with moon phases

Manufacturer : Vacheron Constantin Year : 1990 Reference No : 43032 Movement No : 99'319 Case No : 626'457 Material : 18K yellow gold Calibre : Automatic, cal. 1120/1, 36 jewels Bracelet/Strap : Leather Clasp/Buckle : 18K yellow gold Vacheron Constantin pin buckle Dimensions : 36mm Diameter Signed : Case, dial, movement and buckle signed Accessories : Accompanied by Vacheron Constantin Extract from the Archives confirming production in 1990, product literature, fitted presentation box and outer packagingWith the advent of the quartz crisis, it was up to the "Big Three" of watchmaking to recapture the public's interest in high watchmaking. While Patek Philippe released the reference 3940 and Audemars Piguet the reference 25548BA (which eventually spawned various metal and dial variants), Vacheron Constantin had its own version: The reference reference 43031, or its skeletonized counterpart, the reference 43032, such as the present watch. While the reference 43031 was launched in 1983, the skeletonized version was released a year after. The name Vacheron Constantin is inextricably linked with the creation beautiful skeletonized wristwatches and pocket watches, and it comes as no surprise that the brand integrated this craft in their perpetual calendar model. The model was in production for almost two decades until its discontinuation in 2002, following the production of several variants in different metals and dial configurations. Inside, the reference 43032 is powered by the skeletonized and hand engraved caliber 1120 QP. Setting itself apart from its peers, it most notably displays a 48 month cycle on the subsidiary register at 6 o'clock, which conveniently enables the wearer to track which stage of the four-year cycle they're in. Preserved in excellent condition with crisp engravings throughout, the present watch showcases a correct 90s dial featuring a more centred and slightly larger logo mark and white subsidiary dials.