THE OFFICIAL WATCH BUYER'S GUIDE - Elite Traveler

vacheron constantin
Jean-marc Vacheron opened his watchmaking business in the center of Geneva in 1755, and soon thereafter its complications, engine-turned dials
and repeater watches fueled demand for the timepieces that led to an export business. In 1819, Jacques-Barthélemy, grandson of Jean-marc
Vacheron together with françois constantin created the company name Vacheron et constantin, and in a letter that constantin sent to Vacheron,
the company motto first took to the page: “do better if possible and that is always possible.” This richemont-owned brand now creates a broad
but luxurious collection of timepieces that are adored by men and women, and is a favorite among the world’s diplomatic set.
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a tribute to the brand’s iconic Kallista, which celebrates its 30th anniversary this year, the new Kallania sets a record in the watchmaking world.
Set with no fewer than 186 emerald-cut diamonds, totaling approximately 170 carats, the Kallania not only has the highest number of carats set
on a timepiece but also features the thinnest mechanical movement in the world, the 1003 calibre, which was developed and manufactured by
Vacheron constantin (price available upon request).
corporate contact: director of marketing & communications Ellen Sorensen, (212) 3030-5030; ellen.sorensen@vacheron-constantin.com;
www.vacheron-constantin.com