The Vacheron Constantin Fiftysix® collection, since its debut in 2018, is renowned for its perfect blend of retro and contemporary styles. This series continues the brand’s rich watchmaking heritage, drawing inspiration from the aesthetic trends of the 1950s. By skillfully combining contemporary design elements with classic style, it creates distinctive timepieces with a unique style. The new Fiftysix® self-winding watch features an 18K 5N pink gold case with a diameter of 40mm, coupled with a black sector dial and a grey satin-finished calfskin strap, achieving a harmonious balance between vintage and modern design.
The design inspiration for this new watch comes from Vacheron Constantin’s reference number 6073 watch launched in 1956, integrating the brand’s iconic Maltese cross elements. The case and lugs are made of 18K 5N pink gold, showcasing a soft and warm luster. The first introduced black zoned dial continues the classic design of the 1950s, with a central area decorated in a sunburst pattern, and the outer edge of the dial highlighted with a barleycorn scale, creating layers. Against the backdrop of the pink gold case, it presents charming changes in light and shadow.
The intricate details on this watch showcase its exquisite craftsmanship. The 18K 5N pink gold Arabic numeral and baton-style hour markers, along with the hands made of the same material, are coated with luminous material, ensuring clear time reading even in low-light conditions. The raised box-shaped sapphire crystal further enhances the retro aesthetics of this watch, reminiscent of post-war era design elements.
Through the sapphire crystal case back, the wearer can admire the exquisite decoration of the 1326 self-winding movement, which is adorned with Vacheron Constantin’s iconic Maltese Cross-shaped oscillating weight, showcasing the brand’s nearly 270 years of watchmaking expertise and dedication to craftsmanship.
This new Fiftysix® watch not only presents a fresh interpretation in material and color combinations but also showcases Vacheron Constantin’s superior fusion of watchmaking craftsmanship and aesthetic style in the details, making it a perfect blend of retro and contemporary styles.
