Fine Watchmaking – Watches and Accessories
Vacheron Constantin, Ref. 6506 A, an 18k gold wristwatch, 1960s.
Movement: cal. 1003, mechanical, 17 jewels, no. 646235 Case: no. 481654, diam. 33 mm Vacheron Constantin strap: black alligator with 18k gold VC pin buckle Signature: dial, movement, case
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Description
Vacheron Constantin, Ref. 6506 A, an 18k gold wristwatch, 1960s.
Movement: cal. 1003, mechanical, 17 jewels, no. 646235
Case: no. 481654, diam. 33 mm
Vacheron Constantin strap: black alligator with 18k gold VC pin buckle
Signature: dial, movement, case
+ Export or shipping restrictions may apply to this lot. Please consult the ‘Additional Information’ tab before bidding.
Condition report
Overall condition: Fair to good.
Gilt dial: Very good condition, with fine hairline scratches.
Black and gold hands: Very good condition, showing marks and hairline scratches.
Crystal: Excellent condition.
Case: Fair to good condition, with scratches and hairline scratches from frequent wear.
Vacheron Constantin 18k gold pin buckle: Good condition, with scratches and hairline scratches from normal wear.
Vacheron Constantin black alligator strap: Poor condition, strap needs to be replaced.
Personalized engraving on the case back: "With love from K 23rd march 1982"
The watch is running at the time of cataloguing. This fact must be considered in relation to its age. We do not guarantee its future operation. It has not been tested over a long period, and we therefore do not guarantee the timekeeping accuracy of the movement or its power reserve. Servicing or restorations may have been carried out on the entire watch, resulting in the replacement of parts that may therefore not be original (dial, hands, parts of the movement, strap...). As the watch has been opened, we do not guarantee its water resistance. Unless otherwise stated, we have no information regarding the last service performed and we recommend a full overhaul of the timepiece.
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