Vacheron Constantin designs a timepiece featuring the zodiac signs on its face
The Vacheron Constantin Métiers d'Art Tribute to the Celestial series, a limited edition collection of 12 unique watches, was launched in 2025. Each timepiece in this collection is dedicated to a different zodiac sign and its constellation, celebrating humanity's enduring fascination with the night sky [1][2][3].
Each watch in the series boasts a 39mm 18K white gold case and a deep blue dial, crafted through an intricate eight-step process. This process includes sunburst finishing, constellation mapping, figurative guilloché engraving, diamond setting, and the application of Vacheron Constantin's Maltese Cross emblem [3][5]. The dial is adorned with brilliant-cut diamond stars representing the zodiac constellation and framed by 96 baguette-cut blue sapphires set around the bezel, evoking the mystery and elegance of the night sky [3].
The guilloché work on each zodiac dial typically requires about 16 hours per piece, with certain signs depicting human figures (Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, Aquarius) enhanced by subtle opaline accents to add visual depth [3]. This artistic craftsmanship is a continuation of themes first explored in the 2021 Les Cabinotiers Minute Repeater Tourbillon Sky Chart Leo Constellation Jewellery, where figurative guilloché was introduced, alongside previous celestial-inspired creations like the 1927 Art Deco zodiac clock and 2017 Copernicus Celestial Spheres [2].
Powering the watches in the Tribute to the Celestial series is the Calibre 2160, a tourbillon movement noted for its precision and refined construction. This movement offers an 80-hour power reserve and features Côtes de Genève finishing, hand-bevelled bridges, and a tourbillon cage shaped like Vacheron Constantin's signature Maltese Cross [3]. The Calibre 2160 is certified with the Poinçon de Genève, a hallmark of excellence, and its peripheral rotor ensures an unobstructed view through the open caseback [3].
The guilloché surface on the dials of the Tribute to the Celestial collection is composed of tiny triangles, adding to the intricacy and beauty of each timepiece. Four of the signs (Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, and Aquarius) include opaline detailing to enhance the engraving. Each watch features a blue dial, laid over a sunburst-finished gold base [3].
The watches are set in 39mm white gold cases and come with a dark blue alligator strap to reinforce the celestial theme. The blue dial is framed by a halo of 96 baguette-cut blue sapphires, totaling around 3.87 carats, set into the bezel, lugs, crown, and clasp [3].
In summary, the Tribute to the Celestial series combines haute horology with exceptional decorative arts — including figurative guilloché engraving, diamond and sapphire gem-setting, and thematic astronomical symbolism — to create unique, luxurious timepieces that honor the zodiac through a poetic, celestial lens [3][4][5]. Each watch showcases Vacheron Constantin's horological expertise and the rare handcrafts of its Métiers d'Art line, making it a must-have for collectors and astrology enthusiasts alike.
[1] Vacheron Constantin. (2025). Tribute to the Celestial series. Retrieved from https://www.vacheron-constantin.com/en/watches/metiers-dart-tribute-to-the-celestial-series [2] International New York Times. (2025). Vacheron Constantin unveils a new series of watches dedicated to the zodiac. Retrieved from https://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/15/lifestyle/vacheron-constantin-zodiac-watches.html [3] Robb Report. (2025). Vacheron Constantin's new Tribute to the Celestial series is a celestial masterpiece. Retrieved from https://www.robbreport.com/style/watches/vacheron-constantin-tribute-to-the-celestial-series-12346289/ [4] Forbes. (2025). Vacheron Constantin's Tribute to the Celestial series is a stunning tribute to the zodiac. Retrieved from https://www.forbes.com/sites/jamesbutler/2025/03/15/vacheron-constantins-tribute-to-the-celestial-series-is-a-stunning-tribute-to-the-zodiac/ [5] Hodinkee. (2025). Vacheron Constantin's Tribute to the Celestial series: A closer look. Retrieved from https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/vacheron-constantin-tribute-to-the-celestial-series-closer-look
- The intricate decoration on each watch from the Tribute to the Celestial series, a limited edition collection by Vacheron Constantin, beautifully embodies the fusion of science (horology) and space-and-astronomy themes with technology (guilloché engraving, diamond setting, and gem-setting).
- The Calibre 2160, a tourbillon movement powering the watches in the Tribute to the Celestial series, showcases both precision and technology, boasting Côtes de Genève finishing, hand-bevelled bridges, and a Maltese Cross-shaped tourbillon cage among other features, aligning with the series' focus on science, space-and-astronomy, and technology.
