If you pay attention to timepieces, you will find that the more historic the brand, the more classic the collection that best represents the brand. No matter how it has developed in the past, the essence of this collection has always been passed on. Even if fashion trends always "come and go", classics are timeless.
This year marks the 20th anniversary of Vacheron Constantin's Patrimony heritage collection. Just like the name of the collection, the so-called "heritage" is necessarily a continuation of the classics, and it is also the collection that best represents the essence of the brand. In this special year, Vacheron Constantin has teamed up with France designer O·RA ÏTO to present a new Patrimony automatic watch limited to 100 pieces.
The golden age of inheritance
When you think of Vacheron Constantin's Patrimony heritage collection, what do you think of? Is it a round slim case? Is it a stick pointer? Or a "bead-on" minute ring? That's right! These are all classic elements of the Patrimony heritage collection, inspired by the minimalist aesthetic of the 50s. Even after more than 70 years, looking back at the works of the 50s of the last century, the classic design still has a unique charm even if it has traveled through time and space.
TO GET BACK TO THE POINT, THE FIRST GLANCE AT THE NEW COLLECTION BY VACHERON CONSTANTIN AND France DESIGNER ORA ÏTO · IS REMINISCENT OF THE "GOLDEN AGE". The yellow gold case and dial stand out, and the uniqueness of the new work is revealed.
The combination of classic elements such as the 40 mm diameter, the 2450 Q6 automatic movement, the baton hands and the "beaded" minute dial makes it instantly recognizable as a Patrimony heritage piece. The 18K 3N yellow gold case and the dial decorated with gold circular grain look a little special.
The domestic price is 294,000 yuan
I believe that many friends want to know how much this "formal gold watch" costs in China? It is understood that the current public price of the watch in China is 294,000 yuan. If you are familiar with the Vacheron Constantin Patrimony heritage collection, you must have an impression of the model 85180/000R-9248 launched in 2021. The simple "big three hands + calendar" design, the same 40 mm diameter, the case material is 18K 5N pink gold, and the classic design elements are also available, which is the more popular style in the series, and the domestic public price is 265,000 yuan.
Compared with the Patrimony heritage series watches with a public price of 265,000 yuan, the new work has obvious changes in the case material, dial design and even strap material. The new work is more impactful in terms of design and vision. The burgundy calfskin strap is even more retro, especially the design of the rectangular pattern on the strap, which collides geometrically with the circular texture of the dial, which is very interesting.
In addition, the status blessing of the global limited edition of 100 pieces is still very attractive for friends who want to buy high-end dress watches, even if there is a price difference of 29,000 yuan.
Write at the end
ORA · WAS BORN IN 1977 AND MADE A NAME FOR HIMSELF AT THE AGE OF 19 WITH VIRTUAL 3D PRODUCTS CREATED FOR VARIOUS COMPANIES. Since then, he has collaborated with many internationally renowned brands in the field of design and architecture. He calls his design philosophy "simplicity", which echoes the essence of Vacheron Constantin's Patrimony heritage collection.
Inspired by France designers, the new creations are perfectly integrated with the current fashion art while inheriting the essence of the brand. On this special occasion of the 20th anniversary, a limited edition of gifts was brought to those who follow Vacheron Constantin. The release of this new work will be recorded in Vacheron Constantin's nearly 270-year history, continuing this timeless classic.