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Vacheron Constantin. A lot of two 18K gold and diamond-set tonneau-shaped wristwatches with bracelets

SIGNED VACHERON CONSTANTIN, GENÈVE, REF. 31550 AND 10550, MOVEMENT NOS. 787'250 AND 850'434, CASE NOS. 662'008 AND 703'113, MANUFACTURED IN 1995 AND IN 1998

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Vacheron Constantin. A lot of two 18K gold and diamond-set tonneau-shaped wristwatches with bracelets
Signed Vacheron Constantin, Genève, ref. 31550 and 10550, movement nos. 787'250 and 850'434, case nos. 662'008 and 703'113, manufactured in 1995 and in 1998
Both with nickel-finished jewelled lever movements, the engine-turned off-white dials with applied diamond-set numerals, in tonneau-shaped cases with diamond-set bezels and lugs, the backs secured by four screws, 18K gold Vacheron Constantin link bracelets and hidden clasps, both cases, dials and movements signed
32 mm. & 24 mm. wide (2)

Lot Essay

Accompanied by Vacheron Constantin International Warranties confirming production of these two watches with gold bracelets, 125 diamonds, 1.33 carats (ref. 31550) and 109 diamonds, 0.75 carats. Furthermore delivered with a later added red-leather covered fitted presentation box for the storage of both watches and outer packaging.

According to the Archives of Vacheron Constantin, the present watches were made in 1995 (ref. 31550) and in 1998 (ref. 10550).

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