A legendary watch
Launched in 1977, the original 222 became one of the Maison’s most recognisable models thanks to its distinctive character. The anniversary year starts with the launch of a new “Jumbo” stainless steel version of this legendary timepiece.
AN ICONIC TIMEPIECE
For collectors of vintage watches, 222 is no ordinary number. It refers to a legendary reference that symbolised an era as well as a watershed moment in the history of Vacheron Constantin. With the 222 watch, released for its 222nd anniversary 45 years ago, the Maison singularly expanded the previously limited vocabulary of the sports watch.
A LEGENDARY CREATION
The watch’s bold design by Jorg Hysek marked a turning point in the history of the Manufacture. By integrating the sporting codes of watchmaking into an elegant timepiece that featured taut lines and sharp angles, it broke with existing conventions and shifted the Maison's stylistic evolution.
A 'Historic' Return
In March 2022, Vacheron Constantin reissued the legendary 222, launched in 1977 for its 222nd anniversary. A 37 mm-diameter timepiece, the Historiques 222 was crafted in 18K 3N yellow gold.
THE 2025 REISSUE
While retaining the distinctive design of the original 222 – along with its nostalgic charm – the 2025 stainless steel edition is resolutely contemporary. A watch embodying the Maison’s core values with sophisticated refinement, casual ease and uncompromising allegiance to the quest for excellence.
THE QUEST
In 1755, in Geneva, Jean-Marc Vacheron embarked on the first chapter of a story that has become a remarkable human adventure – a quest for excellence passed down from generation to generation for centuries.