Quai de l’Île Deep Blue Dial 41mm | Ref. 4500S/000A | 2019 Mint Full Set (2 Straps)

The Story

Named after the historic Geneva address where Vacheron Constantin established its workshops in the 19th century, the Quai de l’Île collection represents the Maison's boldest venture into contemporary horological architecture. Reference 4500S/000A-B364 is the highly coveted, discontinued stainless steel execution featuring an electric deep blue dial. Shunning conventional round forms in favor of an intricate, multi-layered cushion-tonneau case, this reference incorporates Vacheron Constantin's patented revolving date disc complication: a unique display where a white indicator disc moves underneath a stationary numerical ring. Far less commonly encountered than the Overseas, it offers an exclusive alternative for collectors seeking Holy Trinity pedigree outside the mainstream.

The Craft: Architectural Steel Construction & Calibre 5100/1

The 41mm multi-component case merges round, cushion, and tonneau geometries. It features satin-brushed flanks and mirror-polished curved bezels, creating a dynamic play of light that highlights its complex construction.

The deep blue dial is a multi-layered visual triumph. It features an opaline center, an outer velvet-finished chapter ring, and applied 18K white gold hour markers with Super-LumiNova. At its center lies the collection's signature complication: an engraved date wheel (1 to 31) where a distinct white indicator carriage travels continuously behind the numerals to indicate the day of the month.

Turn the watch over to admire the mechanical mastery through the sapphire exhibition caseback: the Manufacture Vacheron Constantin Calibre 5100/1. Composed of 172 hand-finished parts and 37 jewels, this twin-barrel automatic engine operates at 28,800 vph with an approximate 60-hour power reserve. The movement is equipped with a heavy tungsten oscillating weight for enhanced winding inertia and finished with Côtes de Genève stripes, circular graining, and polished bevels. Supported by a screw-down crown, the case provides a dependable water resistance rating of 30 meters (100 feet).

Condition, 2-Strap Versatility & 2019 Presentation Set

This collector-grade Quai de l’Île is presented in true Mint condition, showing no notable signs of wear across its multi-faceted steel case, bezel, or dual sapphire crystals. The watch is currently mounted on its original, sporty blue rubber strap and is accompanied by an additional, authentic Vacheron Constantin deep blue alligator leather strap with a signed steel folding deployant clasp.

The timepiece arrives as a True Complete 2019 Full Set, complete with its original presentation box, outer packaging, operating manuals, and official warranty documentation dated in 2019. (Please note: Consistent with Vacheron Constantin packaging materials of this era, the inner box cushion lining displays typical peeling/aging; the watch and paperwork are pristine). Fully inspected, timing-calibrated, and tested by our master watchmakers, this discontinued blue-dial reference is ready for its next owner.