Vacheron Constantin Phidias 48010/1

Vacheron Constantin Phidias 48010/1 Automatic Two-Tone

Renowned as one of the finest watchmakers in Switzerland and a member of the illustrious ‘Holy Trinity,’ Vacheron Constantin’s timepieces are, for better or worse, generally less understood than their two compatriots. Perhaps a perfect example of that is the Phidias collection, from which the ref. 48010/1 that we have here hails from. Inspired by the same integrated sports watch language that gave rise to the Royal Oak, Nautilus, Vacheron’s own 222 collection and plenty of others, the Phidias was released in 1989 and took its name from the famed ancient Greek sculpture who was renowned for his work on the Parthenon. Indeed, with such a name it can only be expected that the Phidias’ own construction would be beautiful, and it certainly is, with its sculpted integrated bracelet merging onto its balanced circular case and beautifully understated dial, this example’s two-tone case and bracelet are only made all the more beautiful with its mix of supple curves and straight lines. Brand : Vacheron Constantin Dimensions : 35mm x 6mm Model : Phidias Movement : Automatic cal. 1130/1 Reference : 48010/1 Bracelet : Stainless steel and 18kt yellow gold bracelet Year : Circa 1990s Condition : Very good Material : Stainless steel and 18kt yellow gold Included : Watch and box Dial Color : White THE DIAL Boasting a white dial with a subtle graph paper pattern with 18kt yellow gold applied stick indices, the ref. 48010's display is an impressively well-executed example of artisanal watchmaking. THE CONSTRUCTION Boasting a two-tone stainless steel and 18kt yellow gold construction, the ref. 48010 is as carefully crafted and it beautifully designed with its blend of curves and sharp lines. TIMING MACHINE READOUT This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.