Vacheron Constantin 7374 Tonneau 1973

Sculptural Elegance — Certified 1970s Gold Icon

Crafted in 1973, this Vacheron Constantin Ref. 7374 is a masterclass in subtle luxury. The tonneau-shaped 18k yellow gold case paired with a vertically brushed golden dial delivers a confident and quietly refined wrist presence.

Its clean, minimalist design speaks volumes — from the balanced proportions to the elegantly integrated case and dial language. The sharp dauphine hands and faceted indices add just enough structure to draw the eye without overpowering the whole.

What elevates this watch to collector-grade is not just the condition — which is superb — but the complete original set, including the original VC leather strap, 18k yellow gold buckle, and official certificate dated December 1973.

Inside beats the revered manual-wind Caliber 1001/2, one of Vacheron’s finest ultra-thin movements of the era, known for its elegance and precision.

This is a rare opportunity to own a timepiece that embodies the soul of 1970s haute horlogerie — pure, sculptural, and certified.

- wrist size in our picture is 18 cm circumference -

DIAL:

• original never touched golden dial with vertical brush in flawless condition
• original hands and crown
  

STRAP & BUCKLE:

• original Vacheron Constantin black leather strap is fitting up to 20cm wrist size / 1.6 mm thick
• original 18k yellow gold VC buckle

CASE:

• excellent overall condition, showing almost no traces of use
• 3- body 18k yellow gold case with snap-on case back from casemaker Charles Dubois & Cie
• 28 mm (without crown) / 38 mm (lug-to-lug) / 19 mm (between lugs) / 7.6 mm thick
  
• year: 1973
  
• reference: 7374
• total weight: 34 g

MOVEMENT:

• Vacheron Constantin Cal. 1001/2 - manual wound
• 18 jewels, 18000 A/h, 46 hours power reserve
  
• professionally serviced 04/2025
• -3 sec/d / 260°

BOX & PAPERS:

• original certificate from Vacheron Constantin from December 1973
• GOLDAMMER box

GOLDAMMER REFERENCE: #978