Produced in the 1970s, this particular Vacheron Constantin reference 2169Q featured custom modifications commissioned by a certain figure. The era saw Genevan watchmakers increasingly integrate gem-setting and hard stone materials into their catalogs, responding to a market demographic that favored highly ornate dress watches.
The cushion-shaped white gold case incorporates a textured braided finish that extends continuously into the integrated bracelet. The dial is divided into four distinct quadrants, contrasting two sections of diamond pavé against two sections of natural malachite, with the brand and custom signature printed directly on the mineral surface.
Founded in Geneva in 1755 by Jean-Marc Vacheron, Vacheron Constantin is the world's oldest watch manufacture in continuous, uninterrupted operation. The enterprise expanded internationally following the 1819 partnership between Jacques-Barthélémi Vacheron and François Constantin, who instituted the brand's motto: "Do better if possible, and that is always possible".
The maison is historically categorized alongside Patek Philippe and Audemars Piguet as part of the "Holy Trinity" of Swiss haute horlogerie. In 1996, the company was acquired by the Swiss luxury conglomerate Richemont, with primary manufacture facilities situated in Plan-les-Ouates, Geneva.
Overall Grade: 7 / 10 | Good Condition, Medium Wear Production: est. 1970 Contents: Watch Only Genre: Vintage Dress Watch
Size: approx. 32mm Thickness: approx. 9mm Lug Width: Integrated
Case: White gold, textured braided finish, medium wear Bezel: White gold, fixed cushion bezel, textured braided finish, medium wear Dial: Natural malachite and diamond-set dial, four-quadrant layout Hands: Dauphine hands
Crown: White gold, push/pull crown, medium wear Crystal: Mineral crystal, medium wear Bracelet: White gold, integrated braided link, medium wear Caseback: White gold, solid, snap-on, medium wear Movement: Manual Wind Caliber: VC Manual Wind Caliber