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Lot 33 Reference 222
The following three lots, 33 – 35, are a rare “complete” selection of Vacheron Constantin’s celebrated reference 222, representing all three case colours made at the time.
Reference 222 was launched in 1977 to celebrate the manufacturer’s 222nd year of continues watch manufacture. It was made in a limited edition of 500 examples in stainless steel, 120 in stainless steel and gold and 100 in 18K gold.
Reference 222 is a classic time-only watch, its design is different from any other watch of Vacheron Constantin’s production at the time. It was meant to be a bold sports watch, reflecting the fashion of the late 1970s, which it unquestionably does.
Today, examples of reference 222 appearing in public are highly coveted collector’s pieces, especially when in such well-preserved condition as these three specimen.
The following three lots, 33 – 35, are a rare “complete” selection of Vacheron Constantin’s celebrated reference 222, representing all three case colours made at the time.
Reference 222 was launched in 1977 to celebrate the manufacturer’s 222nd year of continues watch manufacture. It was made in a limited edition of 500 examples in stainless steel, 120 in stainless steel and gold and 100 in 18K gold.
Reference 222 is a classic time-only watch, its design is different from any other watch of Vacheron Constantin’s production at the time. It was meant to be a bold sports watch, reflecting the fashion of the late 1970s, which it unquestionably does.
Today, examples of reference 222 appearing in public are highly coveted collector’s pieces, especially when in such well-preserved condition as these three specimen.
Vacheron Constantin. A fine stainless steel limited edition automatic wristwatch with date, bracelet and box
Signed Vacheron Constantin, Genève, Automatic, Ref. 44018, 222 model, movement no. 685417, case no. 522347, manufactured in 1979
Closed14 November 2016
Price Realised
CHF 37,500