• cal. P454/5C manual winding nickel lever movement, 17 jewels • silvered dial, applied yellow gold Arabic numerals, triangular and baton indexes, yellow gold baton hands, blued steel center seconds, inner minute and 1/5 second divisions • 18k yellow gold case, teardrop lugs, beaded crown, solid snap on case back • case, dial, and movement signed 

CASE Case in overall good vintage condition with light wear, scuffing, and light oxidation consistent with age. Tear drop lugs are well preserved. Case back with very light scuffing and superficial lines. Please note that the associated buckle is not by Vacheron Constantin, and not hallmarked. DIAL Dial in very good refinished condition. The dial was likely washed and and restored as indicated by some areas of the inner minute track and signature. Some very light dot surface markings and very light debris. MOVEMENT The movement is running at time of cataloging, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement. Vacheron Constantin Archives confirms that the watch was manufactured in 1949 with a reference number 4218,
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."