Vacheron Constantin opens a new chapter in Overseas: the 35 mm self‑winding model is now offered as the maison’s first fully gem‑set version, positioned to command high‑jewellery premiums and sharpen the collection’s appeal to collectors and investors.
- Price: Not disclosed — expected high‑jewellery pricing (likely six‑figure territory)
- Carat/Count: 1,430 diamonds (combination of brilliant and baguette cuts)
- Material: 18K white gold or 18K 5N pink gold
- Origin: Swiss (Vacheron Constantin manufacture)
- Date: December 2025
Design and craftsmanship
The Overseas 35 mm retains its streamlined case profile — a measured 35 mm diameter intended for broad wearability — but is reinterpreted through high‑jewellery techniques. The bezel carries the collection’s Maltese cross motif, articulated here with 60 invisibly set baguette diamonds that sit flush against the gold, their vitreous luster forming a geometric halo. The dial is snow‑set with 314 brilliant‑cut stones and twelve baguette hour markers; together the fields create a tessellated, frost‑like surface that reads as both luminosity and texture to the touch.
Vacheron quotes a total of 1,430 diamonds on each watch, with the bracelet alone carrying 884 stones. Each link is set individually to preserve flexibility and a silken articulation on the wrist; the result is a bracelet that reads substantial in heft yet conforms with surprising suppleness.
Movement and versatility
Under the caseback sits Vacheron Constantin’s in‑house calibre 1088/1: automatic winding, central seconds, date aperture and a 40‑hour power reserve. The finishing is consistent with the maison’s haute‑horlogerie standards and complements the gem work rather than competing with it.
The watch keeps the Overseas’ interchangeable system: the diamond‑set bracelet can be swapped for a rubber or alligator strap, and the matching 18K gold buckle is also interchangeable. That versatility allows the same piece to shift between casual, sporty and formal contexts without sacrificing the integrity of the gem setting.
Context — why this matters in 2025
In 2025 the luxury market is separating spectacle from substance: buyers favour pieces that combine visible craft with discreet presentation. This Overseas variant aligns with three active trends. First, a premium placed on provenance and traceability means branded, fully set pieces from established maisons retain resale confidence. Second, the lab‑grown diamond conversation is maturing; natural, expertly set stones like these will continue to command a price and a different collector profile. Third, sculptural and wearable jewellery — pieces that read as jewellery first and watch second — are gaining traction among younger collectors seeking a tactile, investment‑grade accessory.
Impact for US retailers and investors
For US retailers, the Overseas 35 mm fully gem‑set introduces both opportunity and operational demand. Opportunity: a definable entry into high‑jewellery watch categories for clients who prize discreet yet technically credible brands. Such pieces drive showroom visits and create halo uplift for adjacent inventory.
Operationally, retailers should prepare for higher insurance, specialized servicing (gem‑setting maintenance and polishing) and conservative trade‑in assumptions. For investors and secondary‑market traders, provenance will be decisive: serialised documentation, full warranty and service history will materially affect resale multiples. The interchangeable‑strap concept also widens appeal — a buyer can diversify the watch’s look without altering the underlying asset.
Ultimately, the new Overseas 35 mm gem‑set is not a trend play but a calibrated statement: precise setting, in‑house movement and the Maison’s name together make it a candidate for lasting desirability in high‑end American clientele.
Photographs: Vacheron Constantin
Image Referance: https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2025/12/15/overseas-watch-gets-a-glittering-high-jewellery-upgrade/