Vacheron Constantin 222

About this reference

The Vacheron Constantin 222 reference 44018 in stainless steel was produced between 1977 and approximately 1985 to commemorate the brand’s 222nd anniversary. Designed by Jörg Hysek, this "Jumbo" model features a 37mm monobloc tonneau case with a distinctive notched bezel and a Maltese cross inlay at the five o'clock position. It is powered by the ultra-thin caliber 1121, derived from the Jaeger-LeCoultre 920. Collectors value the steel 44018 for its rarity, as only approximately 500 units were manufactured in this metal out of a total production run of roughly 700 Jumbo pieces. On the secondary market, prices typically fall within the $70,000 to $120,000 range depending on condition and provenance. A notable auction result occurred in 2023 when a well-preserved example reached approximately $160,000, reflecting increased demand following the 2022 release of the modern yellow gold reissue.