Métiers d'Art
Tribute to Explorer Naturalists - Cap de Bonne-Espérance
7500U/000R-B994 41 mm Pink Gold
Tribute to Explorer Naturalists - Cap de Bonne-Espérance 7500U/000R-B994
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.
Vacheron Constantin pays tribute to the Explorer Naturalists in a series of 4 limited editions of 10 pieces each. Inspired by art, history and culture, the collection set sail for the scientific discoveries of naturalists who travelled the world’s oceans aboard the english ship Beagle in the early 1830s. The remarkable mix of hand-engraving and enameling reveals the double aesthetic of the story. By virtue of its construction, the self-winding 1120AT/1 caliber, displays satellites hours on the bottom dial. Its movement is stamped with the Hallmark of Geneva, a guarantee of excellence and reliability.
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 41 mm
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Thickness 11.68 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 18K gold métiers d’art dial inspired by 19th century Naturalists. Upper part with hand-engraved 3D animals standing out against a miniature Grand Feu enamel background. Lower part with an ancient maritime map of Cape of Good Hope in miniature Grand Feu enamel. Satellite module indicating the hour display. Arabic numerals hour-markers.
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Material of the bracelet Alligator leather (Green)
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Buckle type Triple folding clasp
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Buckle material 18K pink gold
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Watch country of origin Switzerland
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Certification Hallmark Of Geneva
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Reference 1120 AT
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Energy Self-winding
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Functions Time displayed by three wandering satellite, Minutes
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Diameter 32.8 mm
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Thickness 5.45 mm
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Number of parts 205
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Number of jewels 36
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Power reserve 40 h
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Frequency 19800 V.P.H. (2,75 Hz)
