Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Triple Date Moonphase (Ref. 47052), 1990s

Dealer description — Huntington Company

History & Significance Founded in 1755, Vacheron Constantin is the world’s oldest continuously operating watchmaker, renowned for its heritage of fine craftsmanship and elegant design. The Patrimony line draws inspiration from the brand’s mid-20th century dress watches, emphasizing purity, slim profiles, and understated complexity. The Ref. 47052 from the 1990s highlights this philosophy with a full calendar and moonphase display — a complication historically associated with refined dress watches. Its guilloché dial and applied gold markers underscore the hand-finishing traditions that distinguish Vacheron Constantin from its peers, while its automatic movement reflects the house’s balance of mechanical precision and wearability. Writer’s Thoughts What makes this watch so appealing is its balance of subtlety and complexity. The guilloché silver dial glows warmly, while the triple calendar and moonphase add quiet sophistication without overwhelming the design. It’s a piece that speaks to Vacheron Constantin’s philosophy: refined complications executed with restraint. The fact that the original strap and buckle remain with the watch only enhances its appeal. Our Promise Every watch is thoroughly vetted, carefully described with complete transparency, and guaranteed authentic. Each piece is offered in honest condition, ensuring collectors receive a timepiece that reflects both originality and integrity. Specifications Brand: Vacheron Constantin Model: Patrimony Ref. 47052 Year: 1990s Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold Case Size: 35.5 by 40.5mm, 8.6mm thick Bezel: Stepped yellow gold bezel Dial: Warm silver guilloché triple calendar with day, date, month, and moonphase indicators Crystal: Sapphire Movement: Automatic Strap: Original Vacheron Constantin signed strap Buckle: Original gold signed buckle Contents: Watch only Condition Case: Unpolished with sharp hallmarks; light wear throughout consistent with age. Bezel: Stepped bezel remains clean, free of major dents or scratches. Crystal: Sapphire crystal in excellent condition, free of chips or cracks. Dial: Original guilloché dial, very well preserved with only minimal signs of age, virtually unnoticeable. Hands: Original yellow gold hands in near-perfect condition; sub-register hands retain some original gold paint, with minor loss typical for this reference. Strap: Original strap remains in excellent, fully wearable condition. Buckle: Original gold buckle in very nice condition.