Vacheron Constantin Métiers d'Art Tribute To Great Explorers Zhang He Expedition

The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph (Reference 47070/000J-9084) combines sporty functionality with luxurious design. The 42mm 18K yellow gold case, with a thickness of 12. 45mm, houses a vibrant blue dial featuring chronograph functions and a date display at 12 o’clock. The applied hour markers and hands are luminescent, ensuring readability. At its heart is the automatic Caliber 1137, offering a power reserve of approximately 40 hours. The watch is water-resistant up to 150 meters, making it suitable for various activities. A matching yellow gold bracelet adds to its opulent yet sporty appeal. The present model is dedicated to Zheng He (Cheng Ho), admiral of one of the most powerful fleets in history. It comprised 62 huge multimasted junks and 100 lesser vessels, carrying nearly 30, 000 men. In addition to the crew, the fleet included scientists, State officials and interpreters in all the languages spoken along the coastline of the Indian Ocean, from Vietnamese to Arabic.