502 - VACHERON CONSTANTIN

VACHERON CONSTANTIN 222 Ref. 60001 Case No. 542750 Movement No. 6050880 Ladies' wristwatch in 18k yellow gold (750) and diamonds Case: tonneau-shaped, fluted bezel, logo-engraved crown, screw-down caseback, signed Dial: brushed gold, diamond hour markers, painted baton minute track, gold hands, applied logo, signed Movement: quartz, signed - Caliber 1129/1 Bracelet/Clasp: integrated bracelet with “honeycomb” links, logo-engraved folding clasp, signed and crafted by Gay Frères Diameter: 24 mm Gross weight: 84.2 g. Wrist circumference: approx. 15 cm. Includes: black suede-like Vacheron Constantin travel pouch Condition report provided for informational purposes only: At the time of catalog compilation, minimal signs of normal wear; excellent condition, as evidenced by the visibility of the hallmarks on the back, the bracelet showing very little stretching, and the absence of polishing; new battery; functional movement; routine service recommended; no warranty An iconic model created in response to the Royal Oak and the Nautilus, the 222 is the brand’s take on the “sport-chic” movement. Designed by Jorg Hysek, then unknown to the general public, his design was unveiled in 1977 to mark the 222nd anniversary of the House of the Maltese Cross, offering a vision of the watch never before seen at Vacheron Constantin. The design was so radical that it remained in the catalog for only seven years, but a discerning public took an interest in this model and elevated it to the status of a benchmark in its category, to the point of prompting the House to reissue it. This example is the “Mini” version, designed for a female audience with a smaller size while retaining the distinctive proportions and features of this model.