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837 FROM AN IMPORTANT ASIAN COLLECTOR Vacheron Constantin Follow Ref. 43'050 A fine and unusual yellow gold wristwatch with retrograde hands, made to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the death of Gerardus Mercator 江詩丹頓，「麥卡托」型號43050 ，18K黃金自動上弦腕錶，配歐亞地圖22K黃金錶盤、雙逆反指針顯示小時及分鐘，約1995年製。附錶盒、保證書、調整筆、放大鏡 Circa 1995 36mm. Diameter Case, dial, movement and clasp signed
Manufacturer : Vacheron Constantin Year : Circa 1995 Reference No : 43'050 Movement No : 798'277 Case No : 656'900 Model Name : Mercator Material : 18K yellow gold Calibre : Automatic, cal. 1120, 36 jewels Bracelet/Strap : Vacheron Constantin crocodile Clasp/Buckle : 18K yellow gold Vacheron Constantin double deployant clap Dimensions : 36mm. Diameter Signed : Case, dial, movement and clasp signed Accessories : Accompanied with a wooden Vacheron Constantin presentation box, certificate of authenticity dated October 18th, 1995, setting pin, loupe, product literature and outer packaging. Catalogue Essay The Renaissance was a period of enlightenment with exploration in the arts and sciences. Man sought answers to questions about his role in the universe, as well as his physical surroundings. This was a period of profound change and one of the inquisitive spirits of the day was Gerardus (Gerard Mercator) 1512-1594. A mathematician his interests ranged from geography, geometry and cartology. With his skills and knowledge, Mercator used first-hand observations and contemporary studies to create maps that today are recognized as being true to form. His 1569 map of the world changed the way sailors navigated the high seas. In recognition of his skill and abilities, Vacheron Constantin sought to honor this Renaissance man, commemorating the 400th anniversary of his death. The present watch is lovely example with an automatic movement and ingenious retrograde hour and minute counters that move over a graduated sector with hands stylized after compass legs. The 22K gold dial was chased by hand and enameled and represents Europe of 1587. Read More Catalogue Essay 江詩丹頓於1994年推出麥卡托大師系列，為紀念十六世紀初文藝復興時期的現代地圖之父－傑拉德•麥卡托（Gerard Mercator）的400週年誕辰，各款錶盤分別配置麥卡托繪製的世界各大洲地圖，細緻錶盤完美地詮釋江詩丹頓的頂極製錶工藝。 Read More Maker Bio Vacheron Constantin Swiss • 1755 Follow The world's oldest watch brand in continuous operation since its founding in 1755, Vacheron Constantin was the first watch company to manufacture movements with interchangeable parts beginning in 1839. Vacheron's watches are admired for their Latin-influenced case designs, well-balanced proportions and exquisitely finished movements of the highest quality. The Geneva-based manufacturer is known for their highly complicated masterpieces, including the King Farouk Grand Complication made in 1935, the Tour de l'Ile that was the most complicated serially produced wristwatch when introduced in 2005 and the 57260 — the world’s most complicated watch — made in 2015. Key vintage models include minute repeating wristwatches such as the references 4261, chronographs such as the references 4178 and 6087 and the oversized Cioccolotone models such as ref. 4737. Collectors also appreciate Vacheron's Chronometer Royal pocket and wristwatches, as well as the '222,' the brand's first luxury sports watch produced from 1977 through 1984. View More Works