Today's offering showcases this beautiful Certified Pre-Owned Van Cleef & Arpels "La Collection" ladies watch by famous watch designer Gerald Genta. The "La Collection" line was renamed the Pierre Arpels line when it was relaunched.

A blend of sophistication and forward looking design at the time, it has a high fashion neo-classic design and is notable for its case case held by two central attachments.

It possess exquisite style. Its opulent case is 18K gold. Its thick bark texturing adds depth and elegance. Completing its distictive style is its cabochon sapphire topped crown.

For those unfamiliar, the late Gerald Genta is generally recognized as the most famous and greatest luxury watch designer of the last century. Beginning in 1970, he created some of the most high-end iconic watch designs including Audemars Piguet Royal Oak, the Patek Philippe Nautilus, certain versions of the Omega Constellation, the Bvlgari Bvlgari, the Piaget Polo, and the reinvention of the IWC Ingenieur. He also launched the watch brand that bears his name.

With a resume that includes so many luxurious labels, it is no surprise that Gerald Genta incorporated the sophistication of an elite brand, while deftly designing ultra-sophisticated and daring designs.

This is an exclusive watch likely made in a small run - you'll be the only person you'll ever know who owns one of these. Our extensive research couldn't turn up a single other identical example (though we are not suggesting it is a unique piece).

Powering it is a caliber 78x mechanical movement signed Gerald Genta. Photos of the inside available upon request. The caliber 78x is the same movement that also powered most of the vintage Cartier Tanks and many other Cartier watches from the era.

It has 100% of its original parts and presents and presents in gorgeous condition - a 9.7 out of 10. The only replacement part is the new aftermarket leather strap and buckle.

The case presents as mint. The dial has been meticulously refinished - the gilt printing could pass as Van Cleef & Arpels factory done, and the crystal is like new.

A Master Watchmaker has freshly overhauled the movement. It is keeping very accurate time.

For the finishing touch we have equipped it with a brand new leather strap done in the style of the original making it ready for immediate enjoyment.

Included with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. international warranty on the movement and its function, a full-page custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate.

Current price for the newest version: $14,300.00 plus tax.

Here is the link to the current model: https://www.vancleefarpels.com/us/en/collections/watches/pierre-arpels/vcaro3gk00---pierre-arpels-watch-rose-gold-diamond.html

Don't miss the chance to own this near new looking VC&A watch selling for a fraction of the price of a new VC&A.

• Manufacturer: Van Cleef & Arpels
• Serial no.: 19227
• Model: Ref. G2519 N44
• Functions: Hours and Minutes
• Designed for: Ladies
• Case material: 18K gold
• Case condition: Mint. Stamping on back remains strong.
• Dimensions: 22mm in diameter (excluding the crown) by 28mm long lug tip to tip
• Dial:  Gloss black with gilt Roman numerals and baton indices, signed Van Cleef & Arpels, expertly refinished to like new condition
• Hands: Original, gold, 'batons'
• Movement type: Manually wound, rhodium plated, signed Gerald Genta, caliber 78x, the exact movement used in most Cartier Tanks from the era, shock resistant
• Band: Leather (aftermarket), fully stitched, brand new and unworn, equipped with original VC&A gold-plated buckle
• Crystal: Mineral glass, mint
• Servicing: A Master Watchmaker has freshly overhauled the movement. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.
• Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It is keeping very accurate time.
• Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details.
• Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate
• Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee for all of our watches. If you are in any way unsatisfied with the watch we will fully refund the purchase price anytime within 7 days after the watch has been received. Our goal is to exceed our client's expectations throughout the buying experience.

All watches are packaged carefully and mailed double boxed in specially constructed, reinforced shipping boxes designed for high value items. All watches are sent fully insured with signature required. Most of our domestic shipping is done through FedEx. At times we will also use USPS Express Mail, and we can accommodate most requests for your preferred carrier. International shipments are sent USPS International Express Mail or FedEx.

The purchase price will be the declared value of the merchandise on any required customs forms. The payment of all customs duties, tariffs, and taxes are the responsibility of the buyer.

Also note that water resistance of vintage watches can no longer be guaranteed and is not covered under the watch's warranty. We do not recommend getting a vintage watch wet, even one that was originally designed to be waterproof.

To get an idea of how this watch will look on the wrist, please use the Watch Sizing Guide