Vacheron Constantin Geneve 18K Solid Gold Chronograph OF Pocket Watch 53mm

Description: ATTENTION BUYERS: If you don't intend to pay for the item you won within 3 days then please don't participate in our auctions. Bidders with less than 5 positive feedbacks please contact me before bidding. WE DO NOT ACCEPT RETURNS based on claims of measurement error as we always accurately describe item dimensions such as SIZE and BRACELET LENGTH. PLEASE NOTE: pre-owned items will have usage and wear which is considered normal condition and WE DO NOT ACCEPT RETURNS based on claims of condition issues that is within parameter of normal wear (including but not limited to: crystals, case, crown, caseback, bracelet, strap, buttons, screws, dial, hands). We only sell 100% AUTHENTIC items. FOR THIS ITEM WE SHIP ONLY BY FEDEX TO INTERNATIONAL DESTINATIONS. PLEASE INQUIRE BEFORE MAKING PURCHASE/BIDS TO SEE IF WE CAN SHIP TO YOUR COUNTRY/TERRITORY.NOTICE FOR INTERNATIONAL BUYERS REGARDING PAYMENT: Please contact us before you participate in our sale or make any offers regarding payment . We require mandatory discussion of payment terms before purchase. ITEM DESCRIPTION: Normal 0 false false false EN-US ZH-CN X-NONE In this listing we are presenting a rare and highly collectible Vacheron et Constantin Geneve 18K Solid Gold Chronograph Pocket Watch with Top Grade Movement. Vacheron et Constantin Geneve was the predecessor trademark used by Vacheron & Constantin until around turn of the 20th Century. Vacheron Constantin is the oldest continuously operating watch brand in the world since 1755 and remains one of the most respected watch companies representing the epitome of Swiss Watchmaking. This complicated chronograph pocket watch from the 1880-1890s is a great specimen to show the skill of this centuries-old brand, made at perhaps the peak of Swiss watchmaking craftsmanship. Just taking a close look at the movement inspires awe in terms of all of the top quality hand-finished parts and extravagant design. This Vacheron Constantin chronograph movement was finished in gilt with nickle chronograph parts, it has wolf teeth winding wheels, counterpoised lever fork, blued screws, 25 jewels, and highly extravagant chronograph levers and column wheel. Even though it is unsigned on the movement or dial, this is unmistakably a 100% Vacheron Constantin product. This watch has no standard gold hallmark such as 18K or 750 but instead there are two winged-lion hallmarks purportedly French gold marks. The dustcover is clearly engraved with the Vacheron et Constantin Geneve text and the case serial number matches for both the caseback and dustcover. Based on the many quality features for the movement and high quality of the case, this must have been one of the top grade products for Vacheron Constantin in the 1880-1890s. Condition-wise the watch runs, sets, and all of the chronograph functions work with starting, stopping and resetting. However due to age and the way it was designed if the chronograph button is not pressed definitively the chronograph hand might jump unexpectedly. Basic running of the watch appears to operate for extended time. We do not make any guarantee to its function or timekeeping. We recommend for all antique watch to be serviced before usage at the owner’s discretion. Services can be requested with an additional charge and a longer delivery timeframe. Cosmetically the watch dial has no hairlines or cracks. The case has no dings and dents, but it does have some deeper scratches inside the case back and on the dust cover. There are also slight spots of presumed acid erosion when attempts were made in the past to test the gold content of the case. These are imperfections but history associated with the watch which makes it unique. Besides the French gold hallmarks, there is also a Maltese cross hallmark that was used by Vacheron et Constantin starting in 1880. Diameter is 53mm, total weight is 127g. PURCHASE TERMS: PAYMENT We only accept payment made by eBay managed payment. Buyers are welcomed to use all acceptable payment methods under eBay Managed Payment Platform including PayPal, Credit Cards, e-Checks, and more. We will process shipping once funds are received and paid out from our seller managed payment account which usually takes 3-4 business days. SHIPPING For domestic shipping we only use FedEx. Shipping cost listed uses 2 days Express delivery. Overnight shipping will be available upon request. For international sales outside of USA please inquire before making bids or purchase for shipping availability and cost to your country. All items are required to include insurance in which the cost will depend on the ending value of the item. By nature of the transaction we reserve the right to declare full value on customs. Buyer will also be required to provide positive feedback before the item ships. Please contact us before the auction ends so we can estimate international shipping cost. RETURN There is generally NO RETURNS for vintage or antique watches sold. Only exception is that return can be requested if the item significantly deviate from the listing description and must be made within 2 days after receiving item. Any doubts must be addressed before the payment is made. We will not accept returns based on arguments that comes after the payment has been made. In case a return is agreed, buyer must return the item to us first before reimbursement is made. 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Price: 8995 USD

Location: Southern California

End Time: 2024-11-21T18:24:29.000Z

Shipping Cost: 59.99 USD