Vacheron Constantin Watches

Founded in 1755, Vacheron Constantin has the distinction of being the world’s oldest, continually operating Swiss watch brand. It lives up to its legend, even to this day. The brand has been known for its high complications and its exquisite watchmaking. Over the centuries, Vacheron Constantin has led the way to new never-before-seen watch complications  — unveiling some of the world’s most complicated watches. Today, owned by the Richemont Group, Vacheron Constantin crafts nearly a dozen legendary lines and is a totally integrated manufacture – building everything in-house in Geneva.

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History of Vacheron Constantin

Vacheron Constantin, one of the world’s oldest and most prestigious watchmakers, has a history dating back to 1755. Founder Jean-Marc Vacheron established a reputation for producing high-quality pocket watches that quickly gained the attention of collectors and connoisseurs.

Throughout the 19th century, Vacheron Constantin continued to innovate and produce some of the era’s most complicated and beautiful watches. Francois Constantin, a business partner of Jean-Marc Vacheron, joined the company in 1819 and helped establish the brand’s international reputation. Constantin expanded the company’s sales network to other countries, including France, Italy, and England.

In the early 20th century, Vacheron Constantin began producing wristwatches, which caused quite a stir. The company’s first wristwatches featured art deco-inspired designs. Throughout the following decades, Vacheron Constantin continued to push the boundaries of watchmaking, introducing new complications such as chronographs, moon phase indicators, and minute repeaters. The company also developed its first automatic chronograph movement, used in the iconic reference 4907 watch.

In the 1980s, Vacheron Constantin became part of the Vendome Luxury Group, later known as the Richemont Group. Under the ownership of Richemont, Vacheron Constantin continued to produce some of the world’s most beautiful and technically advanced watches. Today, Vacheron Constantin remains committed to the principles of precision, beauty, and craftsmanship that have defined the company for over 250 years.

The First Vacheron Constantin Store

In the early 1900s, Vacheron Constantin was receiving orders from notable figures such as the Queen Mary of Romania, the James brothers, and Prince Napoleon. To showcase its luxury watches in an appropriate setting, Vacheron Constantin opened their first boutique on August 1, 1906, on the ground floor of the Geneva building. Previously, clients were received in salons located on the upper floors.

Who Owns Vacheron Constantin?

Vacheron Constantin is owned by the Richemont Group, a Swiss luxury goods holding company that also owns other high-end watch brands such as Cartier, Jaeger-LeCoultre, and IWC Schaffhausen. Today, the company is led by CEO Louis Ferla.

Fun Fact

Vacheron Constantin 57260 is the most complicated mechanical watch in the world. The watch boasts an incredible 57 complications, including a double retrograde split-seconds chronograph, a perpetual calendar, and a celestial chart that shows the night sky over Geneva. The creation of this watch took eight years and involved a team of three master watchmakers. It sold for over $8 million at auction in 2015.

Vacheron Constantin Colections

Patrimony

The Patrimony collection features timeless and understated designs that showcase the classic elegance of Vacheron Constantin watches. These watches are known for their clean lines, thin profiles, and minimalist dials.

Traditionnelle

The Traditionnelle collection pays homage to the traditional watchmaking techniques that have been used by Vacheron Constantin since its founding. These watches feature intricate details, such as hand-guilloché dials and hand-engraved movements.

Fiftysix

The Fiftysix collection is a modern interpretation of Vacheron Constantin’s iconic reference 6073 watch from 1956. These watches feature a mix of vintage and contemporary elements, with a tonneau-shaped case, retro-style dial, and modern automatic movement.

Overseas

The Overseas collection is designed for adventurers and travelers, with watches that are both rugged and sophisticated. These watches feature a sporty design, water resistance, and interchangeable straps to suit any occasion.

Egerie

The Egerie collection is a tribute to women and celebrates femininity and elegance. These watches feature diamond-set cases, mother-of-pearl dials, and a range of colorful straps to match any outfit.

Malte

The Malte collection is characterized by its bold and distinctive tonneau-shaped cases. These watches are available in a range of complications, including tourbillons, chronographs, and perpetual calendars.

Historiques

The Historiques collection pays homage to some of Vacheron Constantin’s most iconic watches from the past. These watches are reinterpreted with modern technology and materials while still retaining the classic design elements that made them famous.

Metiers d’arts

The Metiers d’arts collection showcases the artistry and craftsmanship of Vacheron Constantin’s master watchmakers. These watches feature intricate enamelwork, engraving, and other decorative techniques.

Heures Creatives

The Heures Creatives collection is a collection of artistic watches that are inspired by abstract art and graphic design. These watches feature bold shapes and bright colors, with a focus on creativity and imagination.