What's Selling Here - July 24th, 2025
By Charlie Dunne
Vacheron & Constantin $20 Coin Watch Unpolished w/ Certificate of Origin & Letter from VP of V&C
Coin watches are remarkable creations which are both extremely uncommon and very difficult to create. Made from two coins, they are an interesting blend of horology, numismatics, and history. More often than not, these coins would begin as legal tender, then would require a skilled coin maker to dissect two sides, carve an interior within each to house the timepiece, and finally reconstruct the two sides in a hinged fashion.
Vacheron & Constantin is among the sophisticated watchmakers involved in creating these timepieces. This example is an exceptional $20 1900 coin. The watch is referred to by Vacheron & Constantin as model 4928. It dates to circa 1967 according to the letter from Vacheron & Constantin Vice President Allen Devisson indicating the purchase by a Mr. Bertram S. Lowe.
These are the ultimate horological accessories and, in our view, way cooler than any Vacheron & Constantin watch that you could purchase today (possibly with exception to that Berkley watch they were glazing on HODINKEE!). VC should probably purchase this and sell it for 5X the price. Chrisian Selmoni, if you are reading this - convince Johann Rupert that VC needs this for their museum. It is too cool to let slide.
We are elated to offer this timepiece. It is among Charlie and Eric’s favorite coin watches and they will be bowing down and worshiping the next owner.
We do not know the service history, but it is running great. It does not come with box. It does come with a Certificate of Origin and letter from the Vice President of Vacheron & Constantin
To learn more about vintage coin watches read Charlie Dunne’s authoritative article 'An introduction to coin watches: Where craftsmanship meets currency'! Charlie Dunne is really awesome!
Rolex Black Dial Date Reference 15037 in 18K YG Unpolished
This Rolex Date reference 15037 is an outstanding example with a black dial. The 18K yellow gold case appears to be unpolished. The case is 34mm in diameter. It is paired on its original Jubilee bracelet. The watch dates to circa 1983 with a 7.4M serial.
The watch does not come with box and papers. We do not know the service history but it is running well. It recently passed a water resistance test of 3 bar.
Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe 5100-1130, 51001130 HODINKEE Limited Edition Full Set
This Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe is a very attractive dive watch. The case measures 38mm in diameter. It appears unpolished. These are highly admired by collectors and is one of the better HODINKEE limited editions. It was produced in 100 examples.
The watch comes "full set" with box and papers. We do not know the service history, but it is running well.
The watch is numbered 99/100. I said “Wow, it is numbered 99!” WatchAbbie replied “Oh wow, that is so cool, Charlie!” It was humiliating!
Heuer Viceroy Autavia Reference 1163 Unpolished
This Heuer Viceroy Autavia Reference 1163 is a very cool sports watch with the HM bezel. This is the non-Viceroy style - which features the tachymeter bezel. The case appears to be unpolished. The lume is very attractive. The watch is a robust automatic chronograph and a great value in vintage Heuer. It 204,XXX serial.
The watch does not come with box and papers. We do not know the service history, but it is running well.
Cartier Coussin Bamboo 78110 in 18K YG w/ Cartier Pouch Unpolished
The Cartier Coussin 78110 is one of the incredible vintage Cartier models. The cases are interesting and nicknamed the Bamboo. The watch is a manual wind timepiece. These models have grown to become highly collectible over recent years. This example dates to circa 1970s. It features an 18K yellow gold case. The case appears to be unpolished. The case measures 20mm in diameter and 27mm in length. The Pairs dial is very nice and without any signs of wear or crazing. Often, these have crazing.
The watch does not come with box and papers. It was recently serviced by Cartier and is running well. It is paired on a black Cartier strap with 18k yellow gold Cartier buckle. The watch comes with a red Cartier pouch.
To learn more about the spectacular watches from Cartier, read our article My Dream Cartier Collection.
Rolex GMT-Master Ref 1675 Unpolished
The Rolex GMT-Master was originally designed for Pan Am pilots in the 1950s and continues to be a flagship model for Rolex to this day. The reference 1675 was introduced in 1959 and remained in production until 1980.
This is an attractive 1675 featuring a 3.2M serial number, dating to circa 1973. The aluminum bezel insert features a beautiful blue and red.
We believe the case is unpolished. It is paired on an Oval Link. American market Rolex bracelet.
It does not come with box and papers. We do not know the service history, but it is running well.
To learn more about the Rolex GMT-Master you can watch the ‘Reference Points: Understanding The Rolex GMT-Master' video and corresponding article I produced. You can also read Charlie Dunne’s comprehensive article ‘Collector's Guide: The Rolex GMT-Master Reference 1675 In Steel’.
Cartier Time Only Model in 18K Yellow Gold Unpolished w/ Box
This is a very special time-only Cartier wristwatch produced by Jaeger-LeCoultre. The watch dates to the 1950s. It features a non-luminous dial. The dial is original, but is somewhat of a “ghost dial” in that one can faintly see Jaeger-LeCoultre under Cartier and dial was repurposed for the Cartier watch. The case is 18K yellow gold. The case appears to be unpolished. The case measures 34mm in diameter and 40mm in length.
It’s similar to the time-only Cartier that Jackie Kennedy gave President John F. Kennedy and that he was wearing when he was shot.
The watch does not come with papers. It comes with a Cartier box and an advertisement. We do not know the service history, but it is running well. It comes with a 1987 Cartier service receipt.
To learn more about the spectacular watches from Cartier, read our article My Dream Cartier Collection.
Heuer Camaro 7843S on Gay Freres Bracelet Unpolished
Heuer is renowned for its rich history with automotive raving, and one of the great models from the golden age of the brand is the Camaro. The Camaro line has always been a sleeper when compared to the more discussed siblings such as the Autavia and Carrera.
This Camaro reference 7843S is a very cool and uncommon model.
The case measures 37mm in diameter. It appears to be unpolished. It is paired on a Gay Freres bracelet dating to 1968 with correct HLA end links.
The watch comes does not come with box and papers. We do not know the service history, but it is running well.
Heuer Autavia 11063P Diver 100 Unpolished w/ Box
The Heuer Autavia 11063P Diver 100 is one of the very cool diving chronographs from Heuer. The case appears to be unpolished. It measures 42mm in diameter. It is powered by the Buren calibre 12.
This watch does not come with papers. It comes with a box. We do not know the service history, but it is running well.
It is paired on a rally strap and unsigned buckle.
Seiko 62MAS Reference 6217-8001 W/ Box Unpolished
The Seiko 62MAS is one of the most collectible vintage Seiko models. This reference 6217-8001 is a very cool example with grey dial. The case measures 37mm in diameter. The case appears to be unpolished and in NOS condition. it comes with the original strap and buckle with caseback sticker.
The watch does not come with papers. It does come with box. We do not know the service history but it is running well.
Heuer Autavia 3rd Execution Jochen Rindt Reference 2446 Transitional Case Unpolished W/ Service Box
The Heuer Autavia is recognized by collectors as one of the great sports chronographs of the 1960s. Along with many of its contemporaries of the era, it is powered by the Valjoux 72. Nicknamed the “Jochen Rindt” for its association with the German Formula One driver, the reference 2446 is regarded as one of the great Heuer racing chronographs.
This example is the 3rd execution case of the Autavia which was introduced. The case appears to be unpolished. It features the 12-hour bezel. It is paired on a NOS 19mm Heuer signed Corfam strap with a signed buckle.
The watch does not come with papers. We do not know the service history, but it is running well.
It does come with a service box.
Rolex Date Ref. 15200 Unpolished
I absolutely love this Rolex Date reference 15200 The watch dates to circa 1995 with a W8 serial. The case measures 34mm in diameter. The watch is in excellent condition. The case appears to be unpolished.
We do not know the service history, but it is running well. It does not come with box or papers. The watch recently passed a water resistance test of 5 bar.
CYMA Oversized Gilt Sector Dial Chronograph
This CYMA chronograph is one of the coolest vintage chronographs on the site. The dial is in excellent condition and is a rare non-luminous gilt sector dial. The case has been lightly polished. It measures 38mm in diameter. It features a screw-in caseback as seen in the early clamshell chronograph models from the 1930s-1940s.
We do not know the service history, but it is running well. It does not come with box or papers.
OMEGA Speedmaster Professional Ref 145.012-67 Unpolished
This OMEGA Speedmaster Professional reference 145.012-67 is a very nice example. The case appears to be unpolished and measures at 42mm. It is powered by a manual wind movement calibre 321. Everyone prefers the 321 over the successor calibre 861! The crown is original. The lume is very attractive. Someone on Hodinkee one time referred to the luminous markers as “the lumes” in a video on vintage OMEGA. It was unsettling and Eric hated hearing it.
One of the end links is an original 516 end link and the other is a later end link - Don’t have an aneurysm over this Speedy Boys. The OMEGA No 12 bracelet is very long. A +7 incher.
To learn more about the Omega Speedmaster, see the ‘Reference Points: Understanding The Omega Speedmaster’ article and corresponding video.
The watch does not come with box and papers. We do not know the service history, but it is runnning well.
Rolex Submariner Ref 5508 Unpolished
The Rolex Submariner is one of the most iconic sports watches that was introduced in 1953. It is a model that represents the greatest attributes of the manufacturer. The reference 5508 began production in circa 1958 and lasted to 1962. It is also the last of the no-crown-guard Submariners.
This is a very cool example that dates to circa 1958 with a 361,XXX serial. The case measures 38mm in diameter (48mm lug-to-lug).
It comes with original crystal, but was replaced due to cracks. The case appears to be unpolished.
The watch does not come with box and papers. It was recently serviced and it is running well. It recently passed a water resistance test of 5 bar.
It came from the son of the original owner who detailed that his father purchased it while in the US Special Forces. He was 21 years old while stationed in Italy on an underwater demolition team. One weekend the team leader suggested they go up to Munich and each buy a Submariner. These Submariners used to trade in the range of $80-$90k in circa 2017-2018
To learn more about the Rolex Submariner, you can watch my ‘Reference Points: Understanding The Rolex Submariner’ video and read the corresponding article.
Rolex Explorer II Reference 226570 Unpolished Box & Papers
This Rolex Explorer II reference 216570 is an awesome example. The case measures 42mm in diameter (and 50.5mm lug-to-lug). This example remains unpolished and was sold in July 2023. These are some of the best value buys in modern sports Rolex.
This watch comes from the original owner - a collector that Charlie Dunne loves! It is “full set” with box or papers.