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Introduction

Contents
07 Perfect Partners
The latest collections of extravagantly exclusive
timepieces is the perfect partnership for the high
stake watch connoisseurs who like to express their
individuality.

09 A Passion for Watches

A tribute to two of the world’s watch making geniuses:
Gerald Genta & George Daniels.

10 Performance & Precision

Velocity helps predict where a tornado will travel and
how fast, high performance watches fuses technical

Welcome
prowess and exceptional accuracy in timekeeping.

13 Let’s get sporty!

Long live sport! There is a wristwatch made for every
activity, and certainly every sport.
Two thousand and eleven has been a very exciting year for us and we are proud to share with
you this excitement in the collections we are showcasing at our boutiques in Portomaso and
15 All Women
Fashion trends come and go at break neck speeds renovated store in Valletta. The selection of precious jewels and exclusive timepieces is one of
these days, but beautiful, women’s timepieces remain
a fashion item that will never go out of style. the most expansive we have ever displayed. This edition of the Diamonds International Times
celebrates this broad collection as well as the imagination and astonishing ability of the master
17 inspired by pride craftsmen behind some of the world’s most luxurious brands.
Peacocks feathers are truly one of nature’s most
beautiful creations, peacock inspired fine jewellery
are truly masterpieces.
Fine Jewellery - The key looks in the jewellery design for 2012 rely on the fancy coloured
stones. Deceptively complicated settings are used to create maximum luminosity and every
18 inspired by light
Since the dawn of time, diamonds have been a potent imaginable shade makes an appearance from lemon yellow and tangerine to violet, pink and
symbol of love, luck and romance.
black. Classic white diamonds remain a perennial favourite, in ever more flamboyant creations
from the haute joaillerie houses.
20 Fancy that
The newly interpreted haute joaillerie collection
lives up to high standards of quality, creativity and
innovation.
Fine Watches - In the world of business style, the new mantra has become: Smarten up and
sober up. Men’s style has straightened out and sobered-up - and with this trend has come a
22 good as gold much desired return to classic design. In 2012, size still matters, but big is no longer beautiful
Where traditional gold jewellery making techniques
meet modern designs. Truly solid gold creations.
- even chronos and perpetual calendars have slimmed right down. Watches have a 1930s and
1940s style with traditional looking colours and finishes. Watches that could have been worn
25 Design for Life by our grand fathers have taken the world of haute horlogerie by storm.
Pearls express both the best of contemporary fashion
trends and a timeless, eternal elegance, a perfect
balance of tradition and innovation. The financial crisis wasn’t just an end to an extended period of over-consumerism; it also
sounded a death knell for ostentatious and complacent style, and ultimately a return to good
27 Star Attractions
Steal a march on Santa Clause with our ultimate taste and good value for money. Classic styles have not been so important for generations and
writing instruments & many other seriously stylish and the new collections reflect the return to a more subdued set of values.
innovative accessories.
This is what the 2012 collection portrays and I encourage you to see for yourself.

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April 1819. François Constantin takes responsibility for the worldwide

business expansion of Vacheron Constantin. During a business trip to Italy,
this visionary man coined the phrase which would become the company
motto in a letter addressed to the manufacture: « …do better if possible, and that
is always possible …».

True to this motto and to the spirit that forged its history,
Vacheron Constantin still remains committed to pushing
the boundaries of watchmaking in order to provide its
clients with the highest standards of technology, aesthetics
and nish.

Malte Tonneau Moon Phase and Power-reserve

Hallmark of Geneva, White gold case, Hand-wound mechanical movement
Réf. 83080/000G-9408
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Classical watches

IWC Jaeger-LeCoultre BREGUET

In 2011, the year of Portofino, fans of this watch family can Master ultra-thin the grandest form of horological minimalism Whether extra-slim models with manually wound or
look forward to two revised and one newly developed in ultra-thin watches are not only one of the most long lasting automatic movements or complicated watches, they are all
watch models. With the IWC-manufactured 59210-calibre historical specialities of the manufacture, but indeed give rise true to the technical principles, the artistry and the traditional
movement featured in the Portofino Hand-Wound Eight Days, to the joining of two names Jaeger and LeCoultre. The Master values of the Breguet watch. Classique wristwatches capture
this traditional watch family impressively scales the Mount Grande ultra-thin embodies horological refinement - from the the essence of Breguet’s original features. In some models, the
Olympus of Haute Horlogerie. subtle design of its lugs to the clarity of its dial featuring a small precious materials of former times and fired-enamel dials with
seconds subdial. Arabic numerals will delight Breguet enthusiasts.

Perfect Partners
The latest collections of extravagantly exclusive timepieces is the perfect partnership for the high stake watch
connoisseurs who like to express their individuality

Zenith Audemars Piguet PIAGET

Designed for men with distinguished taste, The Zenith Jules Audemars collection wears 1920s inspiration on the An ultra-thin ideology is at the heart of Piaget’s culture and
Moonphase line associates a stream-lined design and a strong outside, but it is thoroughly up to date on the inside. The history. Since the ‘50s, the legendary 9P and 12P movements
identity; it expresses a very masculine elegance and takes its numerals on the dial and the pear hands give the watch a have inspired a range of calibers as thin as they are efficient.
place in Zenith’s family of “Classical” timepieces. The ultra-thin strong, classic look. The latest 1200P and 1208P movements have set new records
automatic watch with large date and moonphase indicator today, majestically highlighting the refined aesthetics of the
is assembled with 228 part and 28,800 vibrations per hour Piaget Altiplano collection of ultra-thin timepieces.
ensuring performance, reliability and precision.

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EL PRIMERO by Zenith, inventor of the

high-frequency self-winding chronograph

EL PRIMERO STRIKING 10th

ZENITH, THE PIONEER SPIRIT SINCE 1865

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tribute

George Daniels Gerald Genta

A Passion for Watches

A tribute to two of the world’s watch making geniuses: Gerald Genta & George Daniels

Gerald Genta Dr George Daniels

Gerald Genta is one of the most important protagonists in Master watchmaker George Daniels passed away on the
the haute horlogerie. This great man was brilliant, cultured 21st November 2011. Dr Daniels had worked in his
and a true gentleman, the traits of character that we will most profession for more than sixty years and in the course of
clearly remember are the generosity, the creativity and the his life was presented with more honours than any other Audemars Piguet
passion for horological tradition of this colourful figure. His horlogist. George Daniels was a former Master of the Royal Oak Offshore
visionary mind gave rise to numerous watchmaking legends, Clockmaker’s Company in London and former President of
and he made an unequalled contribution to the field of haute the Horological Institute. He received various prestigious
horlogerie. Mr Genta was born in Geneva, to Italian parents. awards, one of which in 2010, when he was Knighted as a
Mr Genta had artistic learning, earning a Swiss federal diploma Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British
in jewellery and goldsmith training at the age of 20. Later on Empire (CBE). This honour was bestowed upon him by Queen
in life Genta would once again turn to painting and sculpture, Elizabeth II for his contributions to watchmaking.
a practice that had made a profound impact on his work with
watch design. Dr Daniels will always be remembered for his invention of
the Omega Co-Axial escapement, a mechanical movement
As a young man he trained as a jeweller, but it was as a creator that changed watchmaking forever. Omega produced its first
in which he excelled. His mind sprouted with ideas that his movement fitted with a Co-Axial escapement in 1999 and
skilled hands translated into sketches and designs that he sold introduced its proprietary Co-Axial calibre built around the
to jewellers, and in later years, the watch industry. escapement in 2007. Today, with very few exceptions, all of
Omega’s mechanical watches are equipped with Co-Axial
In 1970’s Audemars Piguet turned to Gerald Genta to come up movements. He was one of the only watchmakers in the
with a watch and his creation was the birth of the Royal Oak. world who could create every working part - including the
His death has come just a year before the 40th anniversary screws, which were all hand-made.
of the model that catapulted Audemars Piguet to fame. His
genius was such that in the 70’s he produced a steady stream George Daniels was asked in 2009 if he was surprised by the
of creations, occasionally shocking the industry by his daring renewed popularity of the mechanical watches. His answer
association with unprecedented shapes and materials with was characteristically clear, “Not at all,” he said. He went on
complex mechanisms. Genta designed for Omega, Patek to say “I have often said that I’ve never been in doubt that
Philippe, IWC, Universal Geneve, and many others. It was in the mechanical watch would survive. My mantra has long
the 1970s that he founded the brand bearing his name and been that the survival of the mechanical watch is ensured
opened an Atelier in Geneva. He later started his own brand by its qualities: it is historic, technical, intellectual, aesthetic,
that carried his name making pieces that were, to say the least, useful and even amusing. These properties have sustained the
complicated and unique. popularity of mechanical watches through the ages and are
bound to carry it well into the future.
He became recognised for his retrograde watches, Perpetual
Calanders, Minute Repeaters and Grande Suonerie. In the 90’s One of the real benefits of the Co-Axial escapement: it will
Gerald Genta agreed with Bulgari Group and handed over his play a major role of extending the popularity of mechanical Omega
brand, due to strong competition from the big maisons. watches into the 21st century and beyond.” Planet Ocean Sea Master

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Performance & Precision

Born of the desire to defy the laws of mechanics by
combining the greatest number of functions in one case,
ultra-complicated watches are the ultimate expression
of the watchmaker’s art. These timepieces are almost
exclusively made as a very limited edition - some will
only ever be made once - for the joy of collectors and
admirers of exploits. Numerous timepieces should
warrant the title of “complicated” and even “very
complicated”. Since these watchmakers have made every
effort to extend the limits of their art - and demonstrate
their own dexterity - by combining the greatest possible
number of functions in the restricted space afforded by a
watch case.

The foremost ‘Manufactures’ continue to vie in their

bid to create the “world’s most complicated watch”.
Among these historical exploits, particular mention must
go to Breguet, Vacheron Constantin, Jaeger LeCoultre,
Zenith and Audemars Piguet. Alongside such stunning
demonstrations of savoir-faire, watchmakers propose
an impressive number of “grande complication” watches
which, while having fewer functions, are even more
attentive to simplicity of use, functionality and legibility.

Breguet Ulysse Nardin Jaeger-LeCoultre

Breguet’s Classique Hora Mundi was a Baselworld star Ulysse Nardin continues to be in the forefront of Duo Metre - An exceptional timepiece with amazing
this year. In simple terms, it is the first example of a watchmaking technology by pioneering new materials in focus on each detail beginning with the mechanics and
mechanical timepiece with an instant-jump time zone manufacturing high precision movement components and ending with the spectacular decorated finish of the
display. All of the displays jump between time zones with most innovative timepieces. Ulysse Nardin Sonata with an movement. The movement nicknamed the “dual Wing:
the push of a button. Once you see it, the concept is so alarm with cathedral gong, countdown indicator and a dual is powered by 2 separate mechanisms that drive the two
intuitive, you wonder why it has not been done before. time system with instant time zone adjustor. features of the watch (Time & Chronograph), while a
single regulating mechanism ensures equally high accuracy
of all features.

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Complicated watches

MONT BLANC Vacheron Constantin Franck Muller

In 2007 Mont Blanc joined forces with Minerva Classic designs is the patrimony collection’s strong suit, its Aeternitas - The most complicated wrist watch in the
transforming it into the Institut Minerva de Recherche en fundamentals clearly reflects Vacheron Constantin’s founding world with 36 complications, 1483 components and 99
Haute Horlogerie. Dedicated to reinvigorating tradition values. Beating mechanical rhythms both simple and jewels. The Mechanic Tourbillon, Carillon Westminster
through innovation. The new venture focuses its highly sophisticated, its timepieces also express the brands on 4 hammers and 4 gongs, Chronograph with fly-back
efforts on developing new movements and watchmaking contemporary elegance. mechanism and only one push-piece, Perpetual Calendar
techniques. Secular, Equation of time, Two additional time zones,
Automatic self-winding mechanism for the movement
and the Westminster carillon.

Velocity helps predict where a tornado will travel and how fast, high performance watches
fuses technical prowess and exceptional accuracy in timekeeping

Jaeger-LeCoultre Zenith Audemars Piguet

A remarkable combination of technical performance and The Striking 10th is capable of timing events with accuracy Hand-wound tourbillon chronograph with18-carat yellow
high watchmaking tradition, this exceptional timepiece down to 1/10 of a second. It accomplishes this thanks to its gold case and Audemars Piguet folding clasp, transparent
has added a new dimension to Jaeger-LeCoultre’s “high beat” movement, which oscillates 36,000 times per sapphire caseback. Water-resistant to 20 metres.
heritage in the form of a double complication movement. hour, or 10 times per second. Other chronographs only
Its refined design and exclusive finishes are a true oscillate at five or eight times per second, making them
homage to traditional fine watchmaking. unable to claim the precision of the Zenith El Primero
Striking 10th.

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Sports watches

PIAGET Audemars Piguet BREGUET

If the memory of the past does indeed serve to write the Given the reliability and accuracy of this calibre, these The Breguet Type XXII Flyback Chronograph GMT has the
future, the Piaget Polo Fortyfive is certainly a vivid illustration newcomers to the Royal Oak Offshore collection might well fastest movement on the market. One benefit is the ability to
of the maxim. Featuring a trendy 45mm diameter case lay claim to be simply perfect - each in their own distinctive record with 1/20th of second chronograph accuracy, and the
reminiscent of the 45 minutes of a polo match. way. other obvious benefit, is higher accuracy in timekeeping.

Bell &
Ross
Bell & Ross
renowned for its
quest for innovation
and performance.
Setting this watch
aside from its
many competitors Baume & Mercier OMEGA
is the casing It takes exceptional powers of visual imagination to design the As the watch world embraces ceramics, Omega has been
covered entirely of perfect watch, every detail of Baume & Merciers Capeland quietly developed the SI 14 silicon balance spring which has
ceramic creating chronograph was minutely considered and all materials chosen added to the watches’ already outstanding stability and long
an un-scratchable to create a future classic. term timekeeping performance.
lightweight and

Let’s get Sporty!

comfortable
timepiece that
is not only soft
to touch but
immediately adapts
to the wearers body
temperature.
Long live sport! There is a wristwatch made for every activity, and certainly every sport

Ulysse
Nardin
The brands major
claim to fame is the
production of highly
complicated watches
and chronometers
that are technical
masterpieces of
innovation and
precision. The
company is noted
for maintaining close
relationships with
the top scientists
and inventors
throughout its
history, thus assuring
excellence and state-
of-the art creations
and the Ulysse CARTIER IWC
Nardin dual time is Contemporary and refined the Calibre de Cartier reinterprets The outstanding feature of the IWC Aquatimer Automatic
yet another example the round form in watchmaking with character and style. 2000 is its unusually high pressure-resistance of 200 bar. With
of exceptional This timepiece is a combination of sporting masculinity and its high-quality rubber-coated case, the Aquatimer feels every
watchmaking. exceptional expertise. bit as good as it looks.

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Ladies watches

Piaget Cartier Vacheron

Under the spotlight, Feminine and Constantin
the Piaget Rose audacious, the Although the collection
collection plays the Delices de was unveiled in 1972,
starring role. One Cartier watch it still manages to rock
by one, the watches demonstrates the the world of horology
exhibit their dazzling know-how and the in today’s day and age.
silhouettes fashioned creativity of the This time Vacheron
in gold and studded Cartier house. Constantin is returning
with precious Its voluptuous and its 1972 original model
stones. generous case to the spotlight by
Their perfect brings us unveiling a new model
proportions and to a sweet distinguished at the
shapes evoke the world. time by the “Diplôme
flowing lines of the du Prestige de la
most prestigious France”.
Haute Couture
creations. Each
has its own way of
creating a sensation.

Bell & Ross

To create the Bell & Ross aviation watch, the designers took their inspiration from
aeronautical instrumentation, the ultimate reference point for
legibility and reliability.

All Women
Fashion trends come and go at break neck speeds these days, but beautiful,
women’s timepieces remain a fashion item that will never go out of style
Baume et Mercier
This edition is available in a simple classic style or a more
modern style featuring the Hampton Milleis Series, or a
version of bold/classic and sport watches from the Hampton
Classic Square to the Hampton
Classic Chronograph.

Audemars
Piguet
Royal Oak Lady Gem-
set watch features a
33mm stainless steel case,
diamond bezel, and a matte-
finished white strap with a Chanel ULYSSE NARDIN
deployment buckle. Chanel invents a new colour ‘chromatic’. This chromatic Today’s Ulysse Nardin Dual Time Lady watches offer
This watch is water resistant colour has been created using a high tech 21st century the interesting combination of a luxurious long lasting
to 50 meters. material titanium ceramic, producing ever-changing timepiece with trendy fashionable mother of pearl dials in
sparkling points of light. a variety of modern colours.

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Master pieces

The Mini Peacock

pendant is a
cascade of
colour and light
that creates
a spectacular
visual effect and
adorns the neck
of the woman
that chooses to
wear it.

Framed in white gold and burnished, set

with a remarkable variety of precious
stones. Diamonds, 3,500 sapphires and
many emeralds to give the colour of
peacock feathers effect and reach a total
of 18.55 carats. This exceptional piece
has another special feature, the necklace
structure provides for a series of moving
parts that can be used separately as a
pendant or brooch.

Inspired
by Pride
Peacocks feathers are truly one of nature’s
most beautiful creations, peacock inspired
fine jewellery are truly masterpieces

DAMIANI
Inspired by Nature - This jewellery collection is a
reinterpretation of the exclusive Masterpiece Peacock
collection. The painstaking attention given to details and
peculiarities play a fundamental role in the creation of these
masterpieces of goldsmith’s craftsmanship. The pieces that
comprise this jewellery collection for women, bracelet,
Drops of pure and radiant light, the earrings and necklace, are the result of a skillful combination
precious earrings that complete this of gold and gemstones that create fascinating nature inspired
jewellery collection are made of chromatic effects, bringing to mind the shapes and colours of
diamonds, sapphires and emerald gems peacocks’ feathers.
that elegantly and lightly caress the sides
of the face.

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Boucheron
Ava Collection, the high jewellery house
that has been a fixture in the luxury industry
for over 150 years. Enticing and extremely
feminine the Ava collection had been inspired
by movie Icon Ava Gardner. The pureness and
precious elegance embrace into marvellous
jewels with a contemporary classic imprint.

Flavio
Flavio design luxuriously audacious items of jewellery
to be worn in original ways, striking the perfect
symbiosis between its jewellery expertise and
creativity. Whether a diamond set ring or pendent, it
challenges the codes of feminine jewellery always true
to its identity.

Piaget
Magic gardens - Piaget opens the doors to its secret
garden, which it has been carefully cultivating for several
years. It has taken all of Piaget’s secrets to create enough
magic to transform the elements of a structured garden
into the marvellous pieces of the Magic Gardens of Piaget
collection. Beads of water have been crystallized into
diamond drops, while roses have been transformed into
Antonini precious diamond rings.
Irresistibly glamorous - Poetically displayed with
sophisticated elegance Antonini’s creations are iconic of
contemporary design and timeless romance. Their perfect
proportions and shapes evoke the flowing lines of the
most beautiful jewellery pieces in the world.

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Diamonds

Piaget
Under the spotlight, the Limelight collection plays the
starring role. All stars love to dazzle amidst the crackling
flashes of the cameras, all eyes fixed on them. Heir to
the first pieces of Piaget jewellery, Limelight extends
an invitation to tread the red carpet in a reflection of
its flamboyant inventiveness. One by one, the items of
jewellery exhibit their dazzling silhouettes fashioned
in gold and studded with diamonds. Their perfect
proportions and shapes evoke the flowing lines of the
most prestigious Haute Couture creations.

Damiani
Chignon - This collection showcase the exceptional design
and craftsmanship of Damiani jewellery. White gold bands
woven together are brightened by precious diamonds,
which coil up like lace work of rare beauty.

Inspired by Light
Since the dawn of time, diamonds have been a potent symbol of love, luck and romance

ID
Diamonds are mirrors of geological time, resonating with
the eternal spirit and joy of its owner. A symbol of eternity
and the universe, this collection reflects the sparkling
perfection of the stars and planets.

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Antonini
The expression of modern femininity and timeless elegant
jewellery is a tradition that Antonini Milano has represented
around the world since 1919. Porto Cervo collection is
yet another sophisticated and unconventional creation by
Antonini.

Mimi
MIMI is an exquisite young jewellery brand designed by
Giovanna Broggian. MIMI means ‘beauty’ and its jewellery MIMI
depicts just that. The flawless pieces are a result of Season after season Mimi transforms women’s jewellery
sophisticated aesthetic approach inspired by the colours and into such beautiful and inspirational pieces. The Juliet
magic of the universe with an unmistakable ‘Italian style’. collection is forged from the finest precious stones.
The collection is a sophisticated and fascinating
combination of gold and pearls.

Zoccai
Hand-made unique jewellery that today represent the
Zoccai Style. A fine interpretation of gold and precious
stones with a particular alchemy of lines and a harmonic
contrasts of colours.
Chaumet
Attrape-moi - Chaumet’s collection of jewellery is plotted like
a game of seduction. A veiled declaration of modesty. Si tu
m’aimes... Sentimental, sublime, amusing jewels that reinterpret
the idea of nature and a web in a precious lace work of gold
and diamonds.

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Cocktail jewellery

Armas
The seductive nature of these jewels is a
temptation that need not be resisted. The
abracadabra collection of rings and bracelets
by Armas adjust magically to fit all sizes each
containing a patented titanium mechanism.

Fancy That
Marco Bicego The newly interpreted haute joaillerie collection lives up to high
Gem stones in magical colours & warm sensual gold are joined
to create an alluring sophisticated collection. Paradise pearl standards of quality, creativity and innovation
unites drop cut gems and pearls of three different shades.
The final result fascinating classic eternal jewellery.

Gioielliamo
Innovative and stylish shapes are the reinterpretation of
classic gold jewellery from a modern point of view and are
embellished by semi-precious stones, a jewel accessory
worn with ease for every occasion.

Damiani
The moon drops rings by Damiani are versatile and easy to
match, available in the three shades of gold and with precious
and semiprecious stones of different colours. They can be
worn one by one or mixed together. The soft and rounded
shapes are designed to attract contemporary women who can
create a personal style by combining different pieces.

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TALENTO
Irregular circles
are intertwined to
create asymmetrical
lines that follow
the body lines.
Hand engraved
and adorned with
pave of diamonds
to create a refined
gleaming effect.
This collection
by Talento is
reminiscent of
the goldsmith’s
heritage.

ANtonini
Chic Element - the contrast of gold with diamonds to
brighten up each piece in the collection are as good for day
wear as they are for the evening, without missing that Chic
element that always defines Antonini.

Boucheron
Graceful and
Precious - Its fluidity
of the Delilah necklace
and the creativity FOPE
and passion invested in International designer Gaetano Pesce, whose colourful
materialising this masterpiece artworks are the background of Fope latest Flex’it Solo
build together a timeless elegant piece collection. In the picture, flexible bracelets in white, rose
of jewellery meant to underline femininity and the and yellow gold with diamonds. Flex’it Solo represents a
endless possibilities in which gold can be used. An new interpretation of the flexibility concept, while taking
astonishing work of art embodying an elegant gold its inspiration from the Unica collection, one of the brand’s
scarf embellished with diamonds, the beautiful best sellers in the Nineties.
obsession of the house of Boucheron.

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Gold

BOUCHERON
Crafted from four golds in rose, chocolate,
yellow, and white, three of the bands are
embossed in patterns of grosgrain, diamond
point, and the fourth is polished smooth for
contrast. The subtle yet striking drama of the
piece results from the fusion of the unusual
materials and textures.

Good as Gold Where traditional gold jewellery making techniques meet

modern designs. Truly solid gold creations

PIAGET
The Possession collection is an impressive
fashion statement. The round features
of these designs imply the perfection of
every material. The ring motif gives each
piece their aesthetic form. 

Chaumet
Liens de Chaumet “ Liens d’amour”
asymmetric ring in pink, yellow or
white gold with diamond set links

DAMIANI
The Damiani Metropolitan Dream collection is inspired
by skyscrapers and the cuboid look of large metropolises.
Damiani master goldsmith’s needed to develop special
techniques in order to get the distinctive texture on the
surface of the pieces of this collection. The collection
consists of rings, bracelets, earrings and pendants in yellow,
pink, brown or black gold with diamonds embedded into
the texture.

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Cultured Pearls

Design for Life

Pearls express both the best of contemporary fashion trends and a timeless, eternal
elegance, a perfect balance of tradition and innovation

From ancient royalty to modern fashion, pearls have held sway as the most desired and elegant adornment. Today’s haute
couture houses recognize the value of pearls’ classic appeal. Indeed, some of the most famous Mikimoto designs are in this
timeless category. When building a jewellery wardrobe to enhance our diverse lifestyle everyday must-haves should be pearls.
The versatility of pearls could be worn in an infinite number of ways. Mikimoto pearls are ultimately the best pearls in the world
only 5% of the world’s harvested pearls are chosen by Mikimoto.

Mikimoto Poseidon These Mikimoto collections combine the craftsmanship and sophistication of design with the highest quality cultured pearls in the
world. The pearls are truly the focal point of the jewellery pieces, thanks to an exclusive spring tension system that holds them in
place. Each piece is individually made and finished by hand, a luxury that very few manufacturers can provide.

Pearl Types:

White South Sea Black South Sea

The magnificent, satiny lustre of these fantastic white pearls is The breathtaking colour of these naturally black pearls is
produced by the silver-lipped South Sea oyster. Their subdued produced by black-lipped oysters in the waters off Tahiti and
opalescence will subtly change in appearance under different Okinawa. Sizes begin at 8mm, in round, oval, teardrop or
light conditions, making them a constant marvel to behold. unique baroque shapes. While characterised as black, the rich,
Harvested in sizes from 9mm and up, their shapes range from dark colours actually range from slate grey, silver and pistachio
round, oval or teardrop to free-form baroque. to peacock green and midnight black with overtones of green,
rosé or blue.
Golden South Sea
These opulent pearls are produced by the golden-lipped Akoya Pearl
oyster. Harvested in sizes of 9mm and up, their warm, natural Prized for their brilliant lustre and rich colour, Akoya pearls
golden colour is said to be rarer than gold itself. The colour are a traditional symbol of elegance and beauty. Produced by
palette ranges from light champagne to a very rare, deep gold. Japan’s Akoya oysters, they are the most popular of all pearl
This oyster species can also produce richly luminescent white types. Depending on the size of the oyster, they grow from
pearls, but the deeper golden colours are the most coveted of 3-10mm.
all pearls.

Mikimoto Cascata

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190 YEARS AGO

A MAN BET ON HORSES AND CHANGED
WATCHMAKING FOREVER .

In 1821, at a horse race in Paris, Nicolas Rieussec successfully tested his

revolutionary invention that allowed time to be recorded to an accuracy of a
fifth of a second. The chronograph was born. A tribute to a visionary man,
the Montblanc Nicolas Rieussec Chronograph Anniversary Edition is centred on the
essence of his invention, the rotating disc technique. Monopusher chronograph,
manual-winding manufacture movement. 18K white-gold case. 30 min.
and 60 sec. rotating disc counters. Limited edition of 90 pieces. Crafted in the Montblanc
Manufacture in Le Locle, Switzerland.

We’re celebrating this anniversary with “ The Beauty of a Second” short-film contest,
presented by Wim Wenders. Enter now at montblanc-onesecond.com. Every second counts.

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accessories

Choice Cuff links

Cuff links say a lot about a man’s personality, they make the
perfect addition to any cuff. Our collections include casual and
classical styles from Mont Blanc, Piaget, Breguet and Baraka.

LOUIS
CARTIER
FOUNTAIN
PEN ROMAN
NUMERALS
DECOR
In a world of computers,
handwriting and
personal signatures have
become meaningful
rituals. Cartier adds a
new sensual dimension
through precious
material and prestigious
designs.
CARTIER
The Ballon Bleu watch series is a beautiful and unique addition
to the Cartier watch line. The crown is set with a sapphire
stone which is then covered by a steel protector. The Ballon
Bleu is available in: the Ballon Bleu full size watch, the Ballon
Bleu medium size watch, and finally in a smaller ladies watch
size. Also available from the Ballon Bleu watch collection is the
new Ballon Bleu Chronograph watch and pocket watch.

Star Attractions
Steal a march on Santa Clause with our ultimate writing instruments & many
other seriously stylish and innovative accessories

Valuable ambience
for valuable watches
Exquisite watches deserve to be kept and displayed
in an ambience that befits the value of these
miniature works of art and reflects the ardent
collector’s passion for precision.

By keeping an open ear for the wants and needs of

watch aficionados and boldly embracing innovative
solutions, Buben&Zorweg and the Collector Series
have moved on from the area of simple safekeeping
MONTEGRAPPA to place the passionate collector’s favourite pieces
Creative energy never stops and is constantly renewed. The in an exclusive and representative surrounding
modern and dynamic new NeroUno Linea collection is proof that is itself an adornment for any discerning
that Montegrappa, the first Italian pen manufacturer, continues environment. Each individual model of the
to amaze its devotees and admirers in almost a century of Collector Series with 16, 32 or 64 TIME MOVER®
superb craftsmanship. units is a masterpiece of German craftsmanship.
Select materials, valuable woods and precious
varnishes, crystal glass and exquisite leather are all
crafted to perfection.

MONT BLANC
Discover the pleasure of writing with an old master.
As the scribes of your cherished moments, Mont Blanc writing
instruments are designed to accompany you throughout your Buben&Zorweg 32 TIME MOVER®
lifetime a true testament to quality.

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