Vacheron Constantin Teardrop Sub Seconds — 1940s Gold Elegance

A beautifully preserved Vacheron Constantin dress watch from the 1940s, defined by its elegant teardrop lugs, Roman numerals, and sub-seconds with minute track. The 18k yellow gold case harmonizes perfectly with the gold hands and indices, creating a warm, refined presence on the wrist.

The original silver two tone dial remains untouched and underscoring the watch’s authenticity and rarity. Powered by the reliable Vacheron Constantin Cal. P453, this piece represents true mid-century haute horlogerie — history you can wear.

- wrist size in our picture is 18cm circumference -

DIAL:

• original never touched silver colored two tone dial in great condition
• original hands & VC crown
  

STRAP & BUCKLE:

• black GOLDAMMER KARDINAL Alligator Embossed Leather Watch Strap / 2 mm thick
• gold plated GOLDAMMER buckle

CASE:

• excellent overall condition, showing minor traces of wear
• 3- body 18k yellow gold case with snap-on case back 
• 35.5 mm (without crown) / 43 mm (lug-to-lug) / 17 mm (between lugs) / 9 mm thick
• year: 1940s
• total weight: 41 g

MOVEMENT:

• Vacheron Constantin Cal. P453 - manual wind
• 17 jewels, 18000 A/h, 46 hours power reserve
• professionally serviced 05/2026
• +9 sec/d / 260°

BOX & PAPERS:

• GOLDAMMER certificate of authenticity & service documentation card
• GOLDAMMER box

GOLDAMMER REFERENCE: #1528