**Brand:** Vacheron Constantin **Model:** Mercator **Reference:** 43050 **Year:** 1996 **Case Material:** Yellow Gold **Diameter:** 36 mm **Lug Width:** 19 mm **Thickness:** 8.5 mm **Lug-to-Lug:** 41 mm **Accessories:** Original papers and VC Mercator papers, original strap and yellow gold deployant clasp. Originally sold in Italy, this Vacheron Constantin Mercator in yellow gold features a dial made of solid gold of a map of Europe, Africa and Asia, drawn by Gerardus Mercator himself many years ago. It tells the time via two retrograde hands in the shape of a compass, which jump back into place when the hour transitions. It is believed only 638 pieces in total were produced over the 10 year production period of this piece. Condition: Very good, unpolished. Hallmarks on the edge of the casebook are crisp and sharp. Price: I’m asking $41,000 wired, exclusive of expedited shipping with insurance. Watch will be shipped from Singapore Not looking for trades, happy to provide references on other platforms. Timestamp: [https://imgur.com/a/UxKT30E](https://imgur.com/a/UxKT30E) Images: [https://imgur.com/a/GZQGRFP](https://imgur.com/a/GZQGRFP)