There is this global concession that diamonds could very well be the culmination of precious gemstones or jewelry. Around the world, since time immemorial, the hardest crystal has been regarded by a variety of cultures in many different ways but with a common denominator: a treasure. Hence, diamond news is no trifling pronouncement especially for […]

The CBS executives of “Two and a Half Men” showed their satisfaction with Ashton Kutcher’s role on the show by gifting him with a lavish Vacheron Constantin watch. Following Charlie Sheen’s “winning” stint and fallout from the hit comedy show, Kutcher replaced him as a young multimillionaire named Walden Schmidt. His bosses have been delighted with his performance so […]

Luxury watch manufacturer Vacheron Constantin unveiled its 30th flagship store worldwide and third overall in Beijing—further exemplifying the fact that China is now the world’s leading luxury timepiece market. Located on the ground floor of one of the city’s premier locations—the Beijing Macau Center—the store exudes a contemporary, laid-back vibe. The opening coincided with the arrival […]

Chinese buyers proved their economic clout in Paris Thursday at an auction of watches owned by French actor and film idol Alain Delon. Auction house Cornette de Saint-Cyr said that the sale brought in $590,300 as collectors and fans bid in excitement and Chinese buyers bid via phone. Delon was not present for the sale of […]

Vacheron Constantin supported the arts at the annual Métiers d’Art days for the second year in a row in major European cities over the weekend. The Métiers d’Art days showcases a number of art exhibitions in cities like Paris and Milan. Starting in 2011, Vacheron Constantin has associated with Métiers d’Art in order to promote and pass on the […]

The oldest Swiss timepiece company, Vacheron Constantin, got with the times opening the exclusive Social Media network, The Hour Club.  Exclusive only to owners and collectors of the storied brand, members can receive exclusive information, notable watch buys and news on collectible items from around the world. Members to The Hour Club can set up […]

Vacheron Constantin has partnered with the Consulate General of Switzerland in New York to host ThinkSwiss: Genève Meets New York, a week-long festival will take place from March 6-12, 2012. Timed with the 300th birthday of Geneva-born philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau events will address topics that lie at the core of Swiss and American identity. The partnership […]

  Vacheron Constantin has always been a great supporter of Geneva Musee d Art et d’Histoire and will be displaying a few of their rare timepieces at the “Watchmaking in Geneva. The Magic of Craftsmanship, Treasures of Gold and Enamel” exhibit. The exhibit has been ongoing and will run until the end of April 2012 […]

The Richemont Group, owner of brands such as Cartier, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Van Cleef & Arples, and Vacheron Constantin declared their financial results for Q4 on the same day they opened Salon International De La Haute Horolgie (SIHH) show in Geneva. There was a sturdy growth in sales across the board, with America up 24% over last […]

The World Luxury Association announced the world’s leading luxury brands with Cartier positioned first in the jewelry group and Patek Philippe leading the luxury watch category. Watch brands also making the list included Vacheron Constantin, Piaget, Jaeger-Le Coultre, Piguet, Audemars Piguet, Blancpain, Rolex, Breguet, IWC and Franck Muller. Like Haute Time? Join our Facebook page […]

  The oldest Swiss watchmaker in continuous business, Vacheron Constantin said it has sold all of its projected production for the year. After more than 250 years in business, The Geneva-based company sold out its planned 2012 output of 19,000 timepieces in the first two days of the annual SIHH watch fair in Geneva. The […]

  The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak is one of the world’s top three most iconic watches (the other two being the Rolex Sub and the Omega Speedy), known for its octagonal bezel, tapisserie dial and complex steel bracelet. This year the brand celebrates the 40th anniversary of the Royal Oak by introducing several commemorative versions […]

On December 1, Members of The Special Events Committee of The Lotos Club, one of the oldest literary clubs in the United States, hosted their very first watchmaking event for Club members in New York.  Approximately 50 guests attended the sold out event, many of whom were watch collectors and enthusiasts, to learn more about watches […]