Vacheron&Constantin Brick or Tank Normale Vintage Watch 18Kt Gold French Case
Brand: Vacheron&Constantin
Model: Tank Normale
Reference: -
Case: 18kt Yellow Gold
Size: 25x32mm
Band: Leather with original 18kt buckle
Caliber: hand wind Vc1001
Year: 1950s circa
Box&Papers: No
Condition: 8.5/10
General Overview
During the 40s the French government instituted a ban for gold imports and all the gold items had to be produced with the metal sold directly from the Bank of France or some authorized jewelers. Swiss watch brands started to export to France their watches without the cases, which were then made locally, under license, by all the amazing jewelers located in Paris. Since all these jewelers used to hand-made their objects, not many of these French-made cases watches were produced among the years.
Description and Condition Report
Rare and highly collectible Vacheron vintage watch from the 50s made In France , under Vc license, by DeTravers Parisienne jeweler. The rectangular 18kt yellow gold case took inspiration by V&C Brick and by Cartier Tank Normale shape with same proportions. Secured by screws the case measures 25x32mm. Case looks unpolished with a light oxidation. Original and mint condition Argentée dial. Hand wind 1001 caliber. Original 18kt gold buckle. This watch is very interesting for all V&C collectors