Vacheron & Constantin 4217 in Pink Gold - Silver Sunburst Dial - Serviced w/ 1 year warranty.

ABOUT THIS WATCH: 

MANUFACTURER: Vacheron & Constantin

REFERENCE: 4217

YEAR: 1947

SERIAL: 30xxxx

CASE: The 34mm solid 18kt pink gold case is in great shape. The case has been lightly polished in the past. The hallmarks are well defined and deep with crisp lines. The midcase illustrates the maisons original satin finish. Additionally, the caseback also illustrates the original brushed finish. The case is 2x signed and matching. The crown is original.

DIAL:  The original silver sunburst dial is in great shape. The signature "Vacheron & Constantin Geneve" is done in engraved enamel. The integrity of the maisons signature "Vacheron & Constantin Geneve", remains well defined. The dial appears to be free of any major blemishes or imperfections. It features alternating even Arabic numerals and pyramid hour markers. It is completed by its original pink gold pencil hour/minute hands. The seconds hand is in steel and has originally undergone blueing treatment by the maison itself. 

MOVEMENT: Vacheron manually wound caliber 454. Vacheron's finishing prowess that they had come to be known for by the mid twentieth century is on full display as we see a myriad of finishing techniques including cotes de Genève, pearlage, anglage and black polishing. The watch is currently undergoing a service on the movement and will carry a one year warranty. 

BRACELET:  We have paired this exceptional example of a 4217with our "Patimeni" strap - a handmade, tan, pebbled calfskin strap handcrafted by a single artisan in the heart of Italy. Italy has developed a reputation for their premium leather goods now for decades. Rest assured this strap is of the highest quality. 

ACCESSORIES: None. 

BOX/PAPERS: No. 

WARRANTY: One year dated from the completion of service. 

BANK WIRE/ZELLE PRICE: $9,000 shipped.