1990s Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Chronograph (Ref. 49003) Condition: running fast at +2

Condition: running fast at +2 minutes a day and movement isn’t as tight in the case

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1990s Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Chronograph (Ref. 49003) Condition: running fast at +2Worth A Read History and Significance The reference 49003 sits in an interesting period for Vacheron Constantin, when the brand was producing classical complications with a strong emphasis on proportion and restraint. Unlike later chronographs that lean into size or visual complexity, this reference keeps everything measured and intentional. The 38mm yellow gold case offers a slightly more contemporary presence compared to earlier 36mm examples, while