This Vacheron & Constantin Genève Ref. 4624 from the 1950s is a rare collector’s piece, particularly due to its configuration.
The 38 mm rose gold case is remarkable for its era. In the 1950s, case diameters exceeding 35 mm were uncommon, especially for classic dress watches. The combination of a large diameter and rose gold case makes this timepiece particularly rare.
Another exceptional highlight is the honeycomb dial, also referred to as a waffle dial. Its finely textured surface gives the watch a distinctive presence. Applied gold hour markers in diamond and dot shapes alternate harmoniously with applied Arabic numerals at 12, 3, and 9 o’clock. A classic running seconds subdial at 6 o’clock completes the well-balanced design.
The simple, elegant and slender hands emphasize the elegant character of the watch and integrate perfectly into the clean dial layout.
Inside beats the caliber P453/3B – a high-quality manual-winding manufacture movement that beautifully reflects Vacheron & Constantin’s watchmaking expertise of the period.
Overall, this is an exceptionally rare and characterful rose gold dress watch from the 1950s. The combination of its large case, honeycomb dial and manufacture movement makes it a highly desirable piece for discerning collectors.
Condition Report
Dial: good condition – the dial has been washed in the past – applied Vacheron Constantin logo – signed “Vacheron Constantin Geneve”.
Case: 38 mm 18k rose gold case in top condition – light signs of wear – intact gold hallmarks – matching numbers on the lug and inside the caseback – gold hallmarks inside the caseback.
Movement: manual-winding Vacheron Constantin caliber P453/3B – timegrapher results: rate deviation: -22s/day, amplitude: 218, beat error: 1.4.
Serial number: 337xxx
Int.Exe.: 232442