Vacheron Constantin Quai de L'ile

Vacheron Constantin Quai de l’Île Ref. 86050/000D-G9O00

The Vacheron Constantin Quai de l’Île with reference 86050/000D-G9O00 from 2012 is one of the boldest and most fascinating creations in the centuries-old history of Geneva haute horlogerie. Named after the manufacture's historic location in the heart of Geneva, the Quai de l’Île combines avant-garde case architecture with unparalleled counterfeit protection and personalization. By employing patented microprinting and UV security technologies borrowed from banknote production, Vacheron Constantin created a state-of-the-art masterpiece with this collection, uniting the finest craft traditions with futuristic aesthetics.

• Architectural 41-mm case in 18-karat White Gold: Crafted in a complex, modular cushion shape (Cushion-shaped), blending elements of tonneau, round and fluted patterns. The multi-layered construction combines highly polished and satin-finished surfaces in elegant White Gold.

• Multi-layered Sapphire Crystal dial with microprint security features: The partially transparent dial reveals the movement beneath. Security features are incorporated using laser engravings and invisible UV inks, including historical texts about the manufacture's history and microprinting, visible only under black light.

• Innovatively mounted date ring: The Date is not displayed on a traditional numbered disc in a window, but by a darkened disc rotating beneath the Sapphire Crystal dial, which highlights the current Date on an outer numbered ring.

• Sculptural hands and applied indexes: Finely crafted from 18-karat White Gold, the hands and geometric textured indexes ensure precise, stylish legibility despite the complex dial architecture.

• In-house automatic Caliber 2460 QH (COSC-certified & Geneva Seal): The heart of the watch is a highly complex in-house movement, bearing both the official COSC chronometer certificate and the coveted Poinçon de Genève (Geneva Seal). Equipped with a 22-karat Gold rotor, the movement runs at 28.800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz) and offers a power reserve of approx. 40 hours.

• Exhibition Case Back made of anti-reflective Sapphire Crystal: A transparent case back reveals the virtuously finished bridges with Geneva stripes, beveled edges, and the raised Maltese cross rotor.

• Scratch-resistant, anti-reflective Sapphire Crystal: Protects the multi-layered dial artwork from external damage.

• Ergonomic 18-karat White Gold winding crown: With fine knurling and the embossed Maltese cross, the historic trademark of Vacheron Constantin.

• Water resistance (30m / 3 ATM): Splash-resistant in accordance with the standards of classic haute horlogerie timepieces.

• Exclusive strap & Double Folding Clasp: Delivered on a hand-stitched, black alligator leather strap (or rubber strap), secured by a curved 18-karat White Gold folding clasp shaped like a half Maltese cross.

• Avant-garde collector's milestone (2012): Reference 86050/000D-G9O00 represents an exceptionally rare era at Vacheron Constantin – a highly coveted collector's piece for connoisseurs, seeking truly exclusive Geneva watchmaking off the beaten path.