Patrimony
Moon phase retrograde date
4010U/000G-H070 42.5 mm White Gold
Moon phase retrograde date 4010U/000G-H070
Introduced by the Republic and Canton of Geneva in 1886 as the ultimate standard in excellence and an emblem of Geneva’s fine watchmaking expertise, the Poinçon de Genève or Hallmark of Geneva, is synonymous with provenance, quality craftsmanship and reliability.
This pared-down, original 18K white gold watch, with its retrograde date display combined with precise moon phase, makes it very easy to tell the time. Depicting two polished gold moons and a star-studded sky, this poetic complication only needs adjusting every 122 years. Inspired by the designs of the 1950s, the hour markers and hands follow the gentle curve of the dial. The new fresh olive green color strap gives the watch a resolutely contemporary twist.
Métiers d’Art Tribute to the Quest of Time
A wristwatch complement to the monumental La Quête du Temps
Against a star chart showing the sky over Geneva at Vacheron Constantin’s founding, a golden Astronomer points out the time on a deceptively simple double-retrograde display. Sidereal time and real-time tracking of the constellations on the rear dial bear witness to the true complexity of this anniversary piece.
A Tribute to the Quest of Time
Where history, savoir-faire, and design converge in a masterpiece of Haute Horlogerie
This 270th anniversary piece pays tribute to Vacheron Constantin’s heritage while complementing the Maison’s La Quête du Temps, whose Astronomer the central figure alludes to. The watch also references the 1930 ‘Bras en l’Air’ pocketwatch while showcasing the Maison’s mastery of sophisticated retrograde mechanisms and astronomical displays.
A testament to Vacheron Constantin’s technical expertise, the Manufacture’s new Calibre 3670 represents three years of development and four patent applications. Comprising 512 components, it combines a six-day power reserve with high-frequency operation of 5 Hz, powering a double retrograde display with a choice of on-demand or continuous operation.
The design blends traditional artistry with innovative techniques and materials. Standing before the sky above Geneva as it looked on 17 September, 1755, the dial’s golden figure titanium figure, like the realistic 3D moon, is treated with PVD coatings but meticulously finished by hand. Meanwhile the hour and minutes scales are hand crafted in 18k 3N white gold.
Watch Specifications
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Diameter 42.5 mm
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Thickness 9.7 mm
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Water-resistance 3 bar (30 m)
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Case back Transparent sapphire crystal caseback
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Dial description Old silver-toned dial, sunburst satin-finshing. Convex external zone with circular “pearl” minute-track composed by 48 polished 18K gold pearls. 18K gold moons with a starry sky. Retrograde hand-type date. 18K gold bi-faceted baton-type hour/minute hands. 18K gold blackened date hand. 18K gold applied hour-markers.
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Material of the bracelet Alligator leather (Green)
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Buckle type Ardillon buckle
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Buckle material White Gold
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Watch country of origin Switzerland
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Certification Hallmark Of Geneva
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Reference 2460 R31L/1
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Energy Self-winding
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Functions Retrograde hand-type date, Balance-stop, Minutes, Precision moon phase, Hours
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Diameter 27.2 mm
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Thickness 5.4 mm
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Number of parts 275
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Number of jewels 27
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Power reserve 40 h
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Frequency 28800 V.P.H. (4 Hz)
