Vacheron Constantin Mercator, Reference 43050 | A limited edition pink gold retrograde wristwatch with champlevé enamel dial, Made to celebrate the handover of Hong Kong to China, Made in 1997 | 江詩丹頓 | Mercator 型號43050 | 限量版粉紅金逆跳腕錶，備內填琺瑯錶盤，為慶祝香港回歸而製，1997年製
Vacheron Constantin
Mercator, Reference 43050
A limited edition pink gold retrograde wristwatch with champlevé enamel dial, Made to celebrate the handover of Hong Kong to China, Made in 1997
江詩丹頓
Mercator 型號43050
限量版粉紅金逆跳腕錶，備內填琺瑯錶盤，為慶祝香港回歸而製，1997年製
Dial: champlevé enamel
Calibre: cal. 1120/2 automatic, 36 jewels
Movement number: 798'620
Case: 18k pink gold, snap on sapphire crystal display back
Case number: 674'970 and limited edition 28/30
Closure: brown Vacheron Constantin alligator strap and 18k pink gold double folding clasp
Size: 36 mm diameter
Signed: case, dial and movement
Accessories: Vacheron Constantin Certificate of Origin and Warranty, product literature, instruction manual and presentation box. Furthermore delivered with Vacheron Constantin Extract from the Archives
附帶證書、腕錶文獻、說明書、盒子及後補資料庫精粹 Vacheron Constantin Vacheron Constantin Mercator, Reference 43050 | A limited edition pink gold retrograde wristwatch with champlevé enamel dial, Made to celebrate the handover of Hong Kong to China, Made in 1997 | 江詩丹頓 | Mercator 型號43050 | 限量版粉紅金逆跳腕錶，備內填琺瑯錶盤，為慶祝香港回歸而製，1997年製
Mercator, Reference 43050 | A limited edition pink gold retrograde wristwatch with champlevé enamel dial, Made to celebrate the handover of Hong Kong to China, Made in 1997 | 江詩丹頓 | Mercator 型號43050 | 限量版粉紅金逆跳腕錶，備內填琺瑯錶盤，為慶祝香港回歸而製，1997年製
Estimate:
240,000 - 400,000 HKD Vacheron Constantin
Mercator, Reference 43050
A limited edition pink gold retrograde wristwatch with champlevé enamel dial, Made to celebrate the handover of Hong Kong to China, Made in 1997
江詩丹頓
Mercator 型號43050
限量版粉紅金逆跳腕錶，備內填琺瑯錶盤，為慶祝香港回歸而製，1997年製
Dial: champlevé enamel
Calibre: cal. 1120/2 automatic, 36 jewels
Movement number: 798'620
Case: 18k pink gold, snap on sapphire crystal display back
Case number: 674'970 and limited edition 28/30
Closure: brown Vacheron Constantin alligator strap and 18k pink gold double folding clasp
Size: 36 mm diameter
Signed: case, dial and movement
Accessories: Vacheron Constantin Certificate of Origin and Warranty, product literature, instruction manual and presentation box. Furthermore delivered with Vacheron Constantin Extract from the Archives
附帶證書、腕錶文獻、說明書、盒子及後補資料庫精粹 Condition report
The movement is in working condition at the time of cataloguing. The retrograde function is working properly. The enamel dial is intact. The bezel with signs of wear throughout. The case with light signs of wear at places. A minor scuff mark particularly towards the top left lug. The case back with minor signs of wear. The clasp with signs of wear. Otherwise the watch is in very good overall condition.
Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of time and may need a service at the buyer's expense. Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. You are advised that watch straps or bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator or crocodile) are not sold with the watch and we reserve the right to remove these straps or bands prior to shipping. Furthermore, the watch may not come with its original manufacturers strap or band.
Prospective bidders should review the Conditions of Business, Authenticity Guarantee, the Guide for Prospective Buyers, and any Important Notice in the sale catalogue.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping. " The collection of Vacheron Constantin Mercator pays homage to a legendary cartographer, Gerardus Mercator. His most well-known creation, the Mercator projection, is a geographical map that flattens the spherical globe into a 2-D map and uses a grid of straight latitude and longitude lines to represent location. Mercator's influence in geography dates back to the 16 th century and his ideas are still being used today.
Celebrating Mercator's genius with a series of timepieces bearing champlevé enamel dial, master enamelers Lucie and Jean Genbrugge were the artisans behind the working bench. More importantly is the map featured in the magnificent dial. Featuring Hong Kong’s iconic Aqua Luna red sail junk boat, this limited edition of 30 watches are made to commemorate the handover of Hong Kong to China in 1997. Bearing the number 28 as engraved to the band, the present timepiece not only marks an historic event but showcasing the mastery of Swiss fine watchmaking.
