Vacheron & Constantin chronograph, ref. 4178, from 1944 in pink gold

Collectors consider Vacheron Constantin’s reference 4178 to be one of the most beautiful and perfectly balanced vintage chronographs ever produced by the brand. Launched in 1940 and in production until 1964, the reference is immediately recognizable thanks to its gorgeous and inimitable teardrop lugs with balanced proportions and near-perfect symmetry.

Research indicates the reference 4178 housing caliber 434 was made in approximately 280 examples in pink gold, and examples with the champagne dial are extraordinarily rare.