Maltese Cross. The Malte Collection of Vacheron Constantin bears the name of the emblem of the company - the Maltese Cross. The Maltese cross was originally used as the symbol of the Knights Hospitaller, also known as the Knights of Malta. Today the Maltese Cross is the international symbol of the Fire Fighters dedication and willingness to make great sacrifices in order to protect others from the ravages of fire. While this has little to do with watchmaking, it is fair to say that Vacheron Constantin's use of the Maltese Cross also makes it a symbol of dedication to the creation of the finest timepieces in the world.