Vacheron Constantin Historiques Toledo 42100 – A handsome revival of one of Vacheron Constantin’s most distinctive vintage designs, this elegant Historiques Toledo pays tribute to the celebrated Cioccolatone while embracing modern proportions and mechanics. Crafted in 18k yellow gold, the softly curved rectangular case frames a white dial with a finely guilloché centre, bordered by a chemin-de-fer minute track. Oversized applied pyramid hour markers are paired with applied Roman numerals at 12, 3 and 9 o’clock, while a date aperture replaces the 6.

Powered by the automatic Vacheron Constantin calibre 1312, this example is fitted with a black leather strap and secured by its original 18k yellow gold Vacheron Constantin Maltese cross tang buckle. Presented in excellent working order, it is an increasingly desirable dress watch from the early 2000s that faithfully reinterprets one of the brand’s most charismatic mid-century designs.

Key Details

• Model: Vacheron Constantin Historiques Toledo
• Reference: 42100
• Production Period: Early 2000s
• Case Size: 31mm x 39mm
• Case Thickness: 8mm
• Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold
• Dial: White Guilloché Dial
• Hour Markers: Applied Pyramid Markers with Roman Numerals at 12, 3 and 9
• Date: 6 O’Clock Position
• Crystal: Sapphire Crystal
• Crown: Signed Maltese Cross Crown
• Movement: Automatic
• Calibre: Vacheron Constantin 1312
• Jewels: 27
• Strap: Black Leather Strap
• Buckle: Original 18k Yellow Gold Vacheron Constantin Maltese Cross Tang Buckle
• Lug Width: 20mm
• Functions: Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Date
• Guarantee: 12-Month Mechanical Guarantee

Condition Report

Case: Very good condition
Dial: Beautifully preserved white guilloché dial with crisp printing and applied markers.
Hands: Original gold feuille hands in excellent condition.
Crystal: Sapphire crystal free from notable marks.
Strap: Black leather strap showing some wear
Buckle: Original 18k yellow gold Vacheron Constantin buckle in excellent condition.
Overall: A highly attractive and well-preserved example of this increasingly collectible Historiques model.

Working Order

The Vacheron Constantin calibre 1312 automatic movement is running correctly and performing as intended.

All functions, including the date display, operate correctly.

Supplied with our 12-month mechanical guarantee.

Our View

The Historiques Toledo occupies a special place within Vacheron Constantin’s catalogue, successfully reviving one of the maison’s most beloved vintage designs while incorporating modern reliability and wearability. The distinctive curved rectangular case, inspired by the famous Cioccolatone models of the 1950s, gives the watch significant presence despite its elegant proportions.

This reference stands apart through its beautifully executed guilloché dial, applied pyramid markers and unmistakable Art Deco influence. Combined with the rich warmth of the 18k yellow gold case and original Maltese cross buckle, it delivers the sort of understated sophistication for which Vacheron Constantin is renowned.

Increasingly difficult to source and far less common than equivalent offerings from its peers, the Historiques Toledo offers collectors an opportunity to acquire a distinctive piece from one of Swiss watchmaking’s holy trinity manufacturers.