Marriage watches represent a niche but growing genre in haute horlogerie: vintage or antique pocket watch movements — often from revered maisons such as Vacheron Constantin — repurposed into custom wristwatches. In this example, a manually wound movement, likely produced in the early 1900s by Vacheron Constantin, has been meticulously restored, hand-engraved, and set within a newly manufactured stainless steel case.

The craftsmanship on display is superb — the movement features detailed hand-engraving across its bridges and plates, visible through a sapphire exhibition caseback. The traditional Roman numeral dial is enriched with a gilt floral or starburst guilloché motif, echoing antique design codes.

With its modern wrist presence and deeply historical soul, this Vacheron Constantin marriage watch is a conversation piece — one that connects modern collectors to the legacy of Geneva’s most venerable manufacture.

Condition Report

This is a pre-owned, custom-assembled marriage watch in very good condition with the following signs of honest wear:

• Case: Light surface wear consistent with gentle use; no major dings or deep scratches. Lugs are sharp and polished.

• Crystal: Front and rear sapphire crystals are clean and clear with no scratches.

• Dial: Excellent condition; all markers and print are crisp. Guilloché pattern is bright and visually striking.

• Movement: Winds smoothly; functions and sub-seconds operate properly. Timekeeping is within expected range for a vintage manual movement (~+20 to +40 sec/day).

• Strap: Light wear and creasing on the brown leather strap, still supple and very wearable.

• Crown: Winding action is smooth; crown shows minor aging but remains functional.

Overall, the piece shows only minimal wear and has clearly been well cared for.

What’s Included

• Vacheron Constantin marriage wristwatch as photographed

• Display box (wooden)

• Generic travel pouch (if available upon sale)

• No original Vacheron Constantin papers (movement predates modern documentation)

• No manufacturer warranty (independent build)

Collector’s Notes

This is not an official Vacheron Constantin factory wristwatch — it is a marriage timepiece, utilizing a genuine Vacheron Constantin movement from a pocket watch (typically circa 1900–1930), restored and recased by an independent artisan. These pieces are favored among connoisseurs who appreciate mechanical beauty and historical authenticity in a wearable modern form.

Collectors are drawn to marriage watches for their uniqueness, craftsmanship, and ability to preserve the artistic details of early horology in a wrist-friendly format. The engraved movement in this piece is especially compelling, with its florid motif echoing the golden age of Geneva watchmaking.