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DiamonDs <strong>international</strong> <strong>times</strong><br />

Issue three | 2012 FINe JeWeLLerY & eXCLusIVe tIMePIeCes sPeCIaL<br />

Breguet, the innovator.<br />

Classique Moon Phase - 7337


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PARADISE COLLECTION<br />

MILAN: VIA MONTENAPOLEONE • ROME: VIA CONDOTTI • PARIS: PLACE VENDÔME • LONDON: OLD BOND STREET<br />

NEW YORK: MADISON AVENUE • LOS ANGELES: BEVERLY HILLS, RODEO DRIVE • TOKYO: GINZA<br />

PLEASE VISIT WWW.DAMIANI.COM<br />

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Watch in titanium ceramic, a new highly scratch-resistant material.<br />

Its unique color and shine are obtained by the addition of titanium to ceramic and diamond powder polishing.<br />

Self-winding mechanical movement. 42-hour power reserve. Water-resistant to 200 meters.<br />

www.chanel.com<br />

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contents<br />

07 PErFEcT PArTNErs<br />

the latest collections of extravagantly <strong>exclusive</strong><br />

timepieces is the perfect partnership for the high<br />

stake watch connoisseurs who like to express their<br />

individuality.<br />

09 A PAssIoN For wATchEs<br />

a tribute to two of the world’s watch making geniuses:<br />

Gerald Genta & George Daniels.<br />

10 PErFormANcE & PrEcIsIoN<br />

Velocity helps predict where a tornado will travel and<br />

how fast, high performance watches fuses technical<br />

prowess and exceptional accuracy in timekeeping.<br />

13 LET’s gET sPorTy!<br />

Long live sport! there is a wristwatch made for every<br />

activity, and certainly every sport.<br />

15 ALL womEN<br />

Fashion trends come and go at break neck speeds<br />

these days, but beautiful, women’s timepieces remain<br />

a fashion item that will never go out of style.<br />

17 INsPIrED by PrIDE<br />

Peacocks feathers are truly one of nature’s most<br />

beautiful creations, peacock inspired <strong>fine</strong> <strong>jewellery</strong><br />

are truly masterpieces.<br />

18 INsPIrED by LIghT<br />

since the dawn of time, <strong>diamonds</strong> have been a potent<br />

symbol of love, luck and romance.<br />

20 FANcy ThAT<br />

the newly interpreted haute joaillerie collection<br />

lives up to high standards of quality, creativity and<br />

innovation.<br />

22 gooD As goLD<br />

Where traditional gold <strong>jewellery</strong> making techniques<br />

meet modern designs. truly solid gold creations.<br />

25 DEsIgN For LIFE<br />

Pearls express both the best of contemporary fashion<br />

trends and a timeless, eternal elegance, a perfect<br />

balance of tradition and innovation.<br />

27 sTAr ATTrAcTIoNs<br />

steal a march on santa Clause with our ultimate<br />

writing instruments & many other seriously stylish and<br />

innovative accessories.<br />

Republic StReet, Valletta<br />

poRtomaSo<br />

cuStomeR caRe: 2122 0200<br />

open from 10am to 8pm<br />

including Sundays and public Holidays<br />

welcome<br />

two thousand and eleven has been a very exciting year for us and we are proud to share with<br />

you this excitement in the collections we are showcasing at our boutiques in Portomaso and<br />

renovated store in Valletta. the selection of precious jewels and <strong>exclusive</strong> timepieces is one of<br />

the most expansive we have ever displayed. this edition of the Diamonds International <strong>times</strong><br />

celebrates this broad collection as well as the imagination and astonishing ability of the master<br />

craftsmen behind some of the world’s most luxurious brands.<br />

Fine Jewellery - the key looks in the <strong>jewellery</strong> design for 2012 rely on the fancy coloured<br />

stones. Deceptively complicated settings are used to create maximum luminosity and every<br />

imaginable shade makes an appearance from lemon yellow and tangerine to violet, pink and<br />

black. Classic white <strong>diamonds</strong> remain a perennial favourite, in ever more flamboyant creations<br />

from the haute joaillerie houses.<br />

Fine Watches - In the world of business style, the new mantra has become: smarten up and<br />

sober up. Men’s style has straightened out and sobered-up - and with this trend has come a<br />

much desired return to classic design. In 2012, size still matters, but big is no longer beautiful<br />

- even chronos and perpetual calendars have slimmed right down. Watches have a 1930s and<br />

1940s style with traditional looking colours and finishes. Watches that could have been worn<br />

by our grand fathers have taken the world of haute horlogerie by storm.<br />

the financial crisis wasn’t just an end to an extended period of over-consumerism; it also<br />

sounded a death knell for ostentatious and complacent style, and ultimately a return to good<br />

taste and good value for money. Classic styles have not been so important for generations and<br />

the new collections reflect the return to a more subdued set of values.<br />

this is what the 2012 collection portrays and I encourage you to see for yourself.<br />

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www.vacheron-constantin.com<br />

April 1819. François Constantin takes responsibility for the worldwide<br />

business expansion of Vacheron Constantin. During a business trip to Italy,<br />

this visionary man coined the phrase which would become the company<br />

motto in a letter addressed to the manufacture: « …do better if possible, and that<br />

is always possible …».<br />

True to this motto and to the spirit that forged its history,<br />

Vacheron Constantin still remains committed to pushing<br />

the boundaries of watchmaking in order to provide its<br />

clients with the highest standards of technology, aesthetics<br />

and � nish.<br />

Malte Tonneau Moon Phase and Power-reserve<br />

Hallmark of Geneva, White gold case, Hand-wound mechanical movement<br />

Réf. 83080/000G-9408<br />

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Iwc<br />

In 2011, the year of Portofino, fans of this watch family can<br />

look forward to two revised and one newly developed<br />

watch models. With the IWC-manufactured 59210-calibre<br />

movement featured in the Portofino hand-Wound eight Days,<br />

this traditional watch family impressively scales the Mount<br />

Olympus of haute horlogerie.<br />

ZENITh<br />

Designed for men with distinguished taste, the Zenith<br />

Moonphase line associates a stream-lined design and a strong<br />

identity; it expresses a very masculine elegance and takes its<br />

place in Zenith’s family of “Classical” timepieces. the ultra-thin<br />

automatic watch with large date and moonphase indicator<br />

is assembled with 228 part and 28,800 vibrations per hour<br />

ensuring performance, reliability and precision.<br />

JAEgEr-LEcouLTrE<br />

Master ultra-thin the grandest form of horological minimalism<br />

in ultra-thin watches are not only one of the most long lasting<br />

historical specialities of the manufacture, but indeed give rise<br />

to the joining of two names Jaeger and LeCoultre. the Master<br />

Grande ultra-thin embodies horological re<strong>fine</strong>ment - from the<br />

subtle design of its lugs to the clarity of its dial featuring a small<br />

seconds subdial.<br />

Perfect Partners<br />

The latest collections of extravagantly <strong>exclusive</strong> timepieces is the perfect partnership for the high stake watch<br />

connoisseurs who like to express their individuality<br />

AuDEmArs PIguET<br />

Jules audemars collection wears 1920s inspiration on the<br />

outside, but it is thoroughly up to date on the inside. the<br />

numerals on the dial and the pear hands give the watch a<br />

strong, classic look.<br />

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cLAssIcAL wATchEs<br />

brEguET<br />

Whether extra-slim models with manually wound or<br />

automatic movements or complicated watches, they are all<br />

true to the technical principles, the artistry and the traditional<br />

values of the Breguet watch. Classique wristwatches capture<br />

the essence of Breguet’s original features. In some models, the<br />

precious materials of former <strong>times</strong> and fired-enamel dials with<br />

arabic numerals will delight Breguet enthusiasts.<br />

PIAgET<br />

an ultra-thin ideology is at the heart of Piaget’s culture and<br />

history. since the ‘50s, the legendary 9P and 12P movements<br />

have inspired a range of calibers as thin as they are efficient.<br />

the latest 1200P and 1208P movements have set new records<br />

today, majestically highlighting the re<strong>fine</strong>d aesthetics of the<br />

Piaget altiplano collection of ultra-thin timepieces.


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EL PRIMERO by Zenith, inventor of the<br />

high-frequency self-winding chronograph<br />

ZENITH, THE PIONEER SPIRIT SINCE 1865<br />

www.zenith-watches.com<br />

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EL PRIMERO STRIKING 10 th<br />

ZENITH • Visual: Striking_2010 • Magazine: TABLOID DIAMOND I. (IT) • Language: English • Issue: 1.12.2011 • Doc size: 257 x 350 mm • Calitho #: 11-11-70216 • AOS #: ZEN_01973


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gErALD gENTA<br />

Gerald Genta is one of the most important protagonists in<br />

the haute horlogerie. this great man was brilliant, cultured<br />

and a true gentleman, the traits of character that we will most<br />

clearly remember are the generosity, the creativity and the<br />

passion for horological tradition of this colourful figure. his<br />

visionary mind gave rise to numerous watchmaking legends,<br />

and he made an unequalled contribution to the field of haute<br />

horlogerie. Mr Genta was born in Geneva, to Italian parents.<br />

Mr Genta had artistic learning, earning a swiss federal diploma<br />

in <strong>jewellery</strong> and goldsmith training at the age of 20. Later on<br />

in life Genta would once again turn to painting and sculpture,<br />

a practice that had made a profound impact on his work with<br />

watch design.<br />

as a young man he trained as a jeweller, but it was as a creator<br />

in which he excelled. his mind sprouted with ideas that his<br />

skilled hands translated into sketches and designs that he sold<br />

to jewellers, and in later years, the watch industry.<br />

In 1970’s audemars Piguet turned to Gerald Genta to come up<br />

with a watch and his creation was the birth of the royal Oak.<br />

his death has come just a year before the 40th anniversary<br />

of the model that catapulted audemars Piguet to fame. his<br />

genius was such that in the 70’s he produced a steady stream<br />

of creations, occasionally shocking the industry by his daring<br />

association with unprecedented shapes and materials with<br />

complex mechanisms. Genta designed for Omega, Patek<br />

Philippe, IWC, universal Geneve, and many others. It was in<br />

the 1970s that he founded the brand bearing his name and<br />

opened an atelier in Geneva. he later started his own brand<br />

that carried his name making pieces that were, to say the least,<br />

complicated and unique.<br />

he became recognised for his retrograde watches, Perpetual<br />

Calanders, Minute repeaters and Grande suonerie. In the 90’s<br />

Gerald Genta agreed with Bulgari Group and handed over his<br />

brand, due to strong competition from the big maisons.<br />

George Daniels<br />

A Passion for watches<br />

A tribute to two of the world’s watch making geniuses: gerald genta & george Daniels<br />

Dr gEorgE DANIELs<br />

Master watchmaker George Daniels passed away on the<br />

21st November 2011. Dr Daniels had worked in his<br />

profession for more than sixty years and in the course of<br />

his life was presented with more honours than any other<br />

horlogist. George Daniels was a former Master of the<br />

Clockmaker’s Company in London and former President of<br />

the horological Institute. he received various prestigious<br />

awards, one of which in 2010, when he was Knighted as a<br />

Commander of the Most excellent Order of the British<br />

empire (CBe). this honour was bestowed upon him by Queen<br />

elizabeth II for his contributions to watchmaking.<br />

Dr Daniels will always be remembered for his invention of<br />

the Omega Co-axial escapement, a mechanical movement<br />

that changed watchmaking forever. Omega produced its first<br />

movement fitted with a Co-axial escapement in 1999 and<br />

introduced its proprietary Co-axial calibre built around the<br />

escapement in 2007. today, with very few exceptions, all of<br />

Omega’s mechanical watches are equipped with Co-axial<br />

movements. he was one of the only watchmakers in the<br />

world who could create every working part - including the<br />

screws, which were all hand-made.<br />

George Daniels was asked in 2009 if he was surprised by the<br />

renewed popularity of the mechanical watches. his answer<br />

was characteristically clear, “Not at all,” he said. he went on<br />

to say “I have often said that I’ve never been in doubt that<br />

the mechanical watch would survive. My mantra has long<br />

been that the survival of the mechanical watch is ensured<br />

by its qualities: it is historic, technical, intellectual, aesthetic,<br />

useful and even amusing. these properties have sustained the<br />

popularity of mechanical watches through the ages and are<br />

bound to carry it well into the future.<br />

One of the real benefits of the Co-axial escapement: it will<br />

play a major role of extending the popularity of mechanical<br />

watches into the 21st century and beyond.”<br />

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TrIbuTE<br />

Gerald Genta<br />

Audemars Piguet<br />

Royal Oak Offshore<br />

Omega<br />

Planet Ocean Sea Master


comPLIcATED wATchEs<br />

Performance & Precision<br />

Born of the desire to defy the laws of mechanics by<br />

combining the greatest number of functions in one case,<br />

ultra-complicated watches are the ultimate expression<br />

of the watchmaker’s art. These timepieces are almost<br />

<strong>exclusive</strong>ly made as a very limited edition - some will<br />

only ever be made once - for the joy of collectors and<br />

admirers of exploits. Numerous timepieces should<br />

warrant the title of “complicated” and even “very<br />

complicated”. Since these watchmakers have made every<br />

effort to extend the limits of their art - and demonstrate<br />

their own dexterity - by combining the greatest possible<br />

number of functions in the restricted space afforded by a<br />

watch case.<br />

The foremost ‘Manufactures’ continue to vie in their<br />

bid to create the “world’s most complicated watch”.<br />

Among these historical exploits, particular mention must<br />

go to Breguet, Vacheron Constantin, Jaeger LeCoultre,<br />

Zenith and Audemars Piguet. Alongside such stunning<br />

demonstrations of savoir-faire, watchmakers propose<br />

an impressive number of “grande complication” watches<br />

which, while having fewer functions, are even more<br />

attentive to simplicity of use, functionality and legibility.<br />

brEguET<br />

Breguet’s Classique Hora Mundi was a Baselworld star<br />

this year. In simple terms, it is the first example of a<br />

mechanical timepiece with an instant-jump time zone<br />

display. All of the displays jump between time zones with<br />

the push of a button. Once you see it, the concept is so<br />

intuitive, you wonder why it has not been done before.<br />

uLyssE NArDIN<br />

Ulysse Nardin continues to be in the forefront of<br />

watchmaking technology by pioneering new materials in<br />

manufacturing high precision movement components and<br />

most innovative timepieces. Ulysse Nardin Sonata with an<br />

alarm with cathedral gong, countdown indicator and a dual<br />

time system with instant time zone adjustor.<br />

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JAEgEr-LEcouLTrE<br />

Duo Metre - An exceptional timepiece with amazing<br />

focus on each detail beginning with the mechanics and<br />

ending with the spectacular decorated finish of the<br />

movement. The movement nicknamed the “dual Wing:<br />

is powered by 2 separate mechanisms that drive the two<br />

features of the watch (Time & Chronograph), while a<br />

single regulating mechanism ensures equally high accuracy<br />

of all features.


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moNT bLANc<br />

In 2007 Mont Blanc joined forces with Minerva<br />

transforming it into the Institut Minerva de Recherche en<br />

Haute Horlogerie. Dedicated to reinvigorating tradition<br />

through innovation. The new venture focuses its<br />

efforts on developing new movements and watchmaking<br />

techniques.<br />

VAchEroN coNsTANTIN<br />

Classic designs is the patrimony collection’s strong suit, its<br />

fundamentals clearly reflects Vacheron Constantin’s founding<br />

values. Beating mechanical rhythms both simple and<br />

highly sophisticated, its timepieces also express the brands<br />

contemporary elegance.<br />

Velocity helps predict where a tornado will travel and how fast, high performance watches<br />

fuses technical prowess and exceptional accuracy in timekeeping<br />

JAEgEr-LEcouLTrE<br />

A remarkable combination of technical performance and<br />

high watchmaking tradition, this exceptional timepiece<br />

has added a new dimension to Jaeger-LeCoultre’s<br />

heritage in the form of a double complication movement.<br />

Its re<strong>fine</strong>d design and <strong>exclusive</strong> finishes are a true<br />

homage to traditional <strong>fine</strong> watchmaking.<br />

ZENITh<br />

The Striking 10th is capable of timing events with accuracy<br />

down to 1/10 of a second. It accomplishes this thanks to its<br />

“high beat” movement, which oscillates 36,000 <strong>times</strong> per<br />

hour, or 10 <strong>times</strong> per second. Other chronographs only<br />

oscillate at five or eight <strong>times</strong> per second, making them<br />

unable to claim the precision of the Zenith El Primero<br />

Striking 10th.<br />

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comPLIcATED wATchEs<br />

FrANck muLLEr<br />

Aeternitas - The most complicated wrist watch in the<br />

world with 36 complications, 1483 components and 99<br />

jewels. The Mechanic Tourbillon, Carillon Westminster<br />

on 4 hammers and 4 gongs, Chronograph with fly-back<br />

mechanism and only one push-piece, Perpetual Calendar<br />

Secular, Equation of time, Two additional time zones,<br />

Automatic self-winding mechanism for the movement<br />

and the Westminster carillon.<br />

AuDEmArs PIguET<br />

Hand-wound tourbillon chronograph with18-carat yellow<br />

gold case and Audemars Piguet folding clasp, transparent<br />

sapphire caseback. Water-resistant to 20 metres.


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PIAgET<br />

If the memory of the past does indeed serve to write the<br />

future, the Piaget Polo Fortyfive is certainly a vivid illustration<br />

of the maxim. Featuring a trendy 45mm diameter case<br />

reminiscent of the 45 minutes of a polo match.<br />

uLyssE<br />

NArDIN<br />

the brands major<br />

claim to fame is the<br />

production of highly<br />

complicated watches<br />

and chronometers<br />

that are technical<br />

masterpieces of<br />

innovation and<br />

precision. the<br />

company is noted<br />

for maintaining close<br />

relationships with<br />

the top scientists<br />

and inventors<br />

throughout its<br />

history, thus assuring<br />

excellence and stateof-the<br />

art creations<br />

and the ulysse<br />

Nardin dual time is<br />

yet another example<br />

of exceptional<br />

watchmaking.<br />

bELL &<br />

ross<br />

Bell & ross<br />

renowned for its<br />

quest for innovation<br />

and performance.<br />

setting this watch<br />

aside from its<br />

many competitors<br />

is the casing<br />

covered entirely of<br />

ceramic creating<br />

an un-scratchable<br />

lightweight and<br />

comfortable<br />

timepiece that<br />

is not only soft<br />

to touch but<br />

immediately adapts<br />

to the wearers body<br />

temperature.<br />

AuDEmArs PIguET<br />

Given the reliability and accuracy of this calibre, these<br />

newcomers to the royal Oak Offshore collection might well<br />

lay claim to be simply perfect - each in their own distinctive<br />

way.<br />

bAumE & mErcIEr<br />

It takes exceptional powers of visual imagination to design the<br />

perfect watch, every detail of Baume & Merciers Capeland<br />

chronograph was minutely considered and all materials chosen<br />

to create a future classic.<br />

omEgA<br />

as the watch world embraces ceramics, Omega has been<br />

quietly developed the sI 14 silicon balance spring which has<br />

added to the watches’ already outstanding stability and long<br />

term timekeeping performance.<br />

Let’s get sporty!<br />

Long live sport! There is a wristwatch made for every activity, and certainly every sport<br />

cArTIEr<br />

Contemporary and re<strong>fine</strong>d the Calibre de Cartier reinterprets<br />

the round form in watchmaking with character and style.<br />

this timepiece is a combination of sporting masculinity and<br />

exceptional expertise.<br />

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sPorTs wATchEs<br />

brEguET<br />

the Breguet type XXII Flyback Chronograph GMt has the<br />

fastest movement on the market. One benefit is the ability to<br />

record with 1/20th of second chronograph accuracy, and the<br />

other obvious benefit, is higher accuracy in timekeeping.<br />

Iwc<br />

the outstanding feature of the IWC aquatimer automatic<br />

2000 is its unusually high pressure-resistance of 200 bar. With<br />

its high-quality rubber-coated case, the aquatimer feels every<br />

bit as good as it looks.


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PIAgET<br />

under the spotlight,<br />

the Piaget rose<br />

collection plays the<br />

starring role. One<br />

by one, the watches<br />

exhibit their dazzling<br />

silhouettes fashioned<br />

in gold and studded<br />

with precious<br />

stones.<br />

their perfect<br />

proportions and<br />

shapes evoke the<br />

flowing lines of the<br />

most prestigious<br />

haute Couture<br />

creations. each<br />

has its own way of<br />

creating a sensation.<br />

bAumE ET mErcIEr<br />

this edition is available in a simple classic style or a more<br />

modern style featuring the hampton Milleis series, or a<br />

version of bold/classic and sport watches from the hampton<br />

Classic square to the hampton<br />

Classic Chronograph.<br />

AuDEmArs<br />

PIguET<br />

royal Oak Lady Gemset<br />

watch features a<br />

33mm stainless steel case,<br />

diamond bezel, and a mattefinished<br />

white strap with a<br />

deployment buckle.<br />

this watch is water resistant<br />

to 50 meters.<br />

cArTIEr<br />

Feminine and<br />

audacious, the<br />

Delices de<br />

Cartier watch<br />

demonstrates the<br />

know-how and the<br />

creativity of the<br />

Cartier house.<br />

Its voluptuous and<br />

generous case<br />

brings us<br />

to a sweet<br />

world.<br />

VAchEroN<br />

coNsTANTIN<br />

although the collection<br />

was unveiled in 1972,<br />

it still manages to rock<br />

the world of horology<br />

in today’s day and age.<br />

this time Vacheron<br />

Constantin is returning<br />

its 1972 original model<br />

to the spotlight by<br />

unveiling a new model<br />

distinguished at the<br />

time by the “Diplôme<br />

du Prestige de la<br />

France”.<br />

bELL & ross<br />

to create the Bell & ross aviation watch, the designers took their inspiration from<br />

aeronautical instrumentation, the ultimate reference point for<br />

legibility and reliability.<br />

All women<br />

Fashion trends come and go at break neck speeds these days, but beautiful,<br />

women’s timepieces remain a fashion item that will never go out of style<br />

chANEL<br />

Chanel invents a new colour ‘chromatic’. this chromatic<br />

colour has been created using a high tech 21st century<br />

material titanium ceramic, producing ever-changing<br />

sparkling points of light.<br />

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LADIEs wATchEs<br />

uLyssE NArDIN<br />

today’s ulysse Nardin Dual time Lady watches offer<br />

the interesting combination of a luxurious long lasting<br />

timepiece with trendy fashionable mother of pearl dials in<br />

a variety of modern colours.


THIS CHRISTMAS<br />

SAY EVERYTHING<br />

WITHOUT SAYING<br />

A WORD<br />

the trusted name in <strong>diamonds</strong><br />

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the Mini Peacock<br />

pendant is a<br />

cascade of<br />

colour and light<br />

that creates<br />

a spectacular<br />

visual effect and<br />

adorns the neck<br />

of the woman<br />

that chooses to<br />

wear it.<br />

Inspired<br />

by Pride<br />

Peacocks feathers are truly one of nature’s<br />

most beautiful creations, peacock inspired<br />

<strong>fine</strong> <strong>jewellery</strong> are truly masterpieces<br />

Drops of pure and radiant light, the<br />

precious earrings that complete this<br />

<strong>jewellery</strong> collection are made of<br />

<strong>diamonds</strong>, sapphires and emerald gems<br />

that elegantly and lightly caress the sides<br />

of the face.<br />

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mAsTEr PIEcEs<br />

Framed in white gold and burnished, set<br />

with a remarkable variety of precious<br />

stones. Diamonds, 3,500 sapphires and<br />

many emeralds to give the colour of<br />

peacock feathers effect and reach a total<br />

of 18.55 carats. this exceptional piece<br />

has another special feature, the necklace<br />

structure provides for a series of moving<br />

parts that can be used separately as a<br />

pendant or brooch.<br />

DAmIANI<br />

Inspired by Nature - this <strong>jewellery</strong> collection is a<br />

reinterpretation of the <strong>exclusive</strong> Masterpiece Peacock<br />

collection. the painstaking attention given to details and<br />

peculiarities play a fundamental role in the creation of these<br />

masterpieces of goldsmith’s craftsmanship. the pieces that<br />

comprise this <strong>jewellery</strong> collection for women, bracelet,<br />

earrings and necklace, are the result of a skillful combination<br />

of gold and gemstones that create fascinating nature inspired<br />

chromatic effects, bringing to mind the shapes and colours of<br />

peacocks’ feathers.


DIAmoNDs<br />

FLAVIo<br />

Flavio design luxuriously audacious items of <strong>jewellery</strong><br />

to be worn in original ways, striking the perfect<br />

symbiosis between its <strong>jewellery</strong> expertise and<br />

creativity. Whether a diamond set ring or pendent, it<br />

challenges the codes of feminine <strong>jewellery</strong> always true<br />

to its identity.<br />

ANToNINI<br />

Irresistibly glamorous - Poetically displayed with<br />

sophisticated elegance antonini’s creations are iconic of<br />

contemporary design and timeless romance. their perfect<br />

proportions and shapes evoke the flowing lines of the<br />

most beautiful <strong>jewellery</strong> pieces in the world.<br />

bouchEroN<br />

ava Collection, the high <strong>jewellery</strong> house<br />

that has been a fixture in the luxury industry<br />

for over 150 years. enticing and extremely<br />

feminine the ava collection had been inspired<br />

by movie Icon ava Gardner. the pureness and<br />

precious elegance embrace into marvellous<br />

jewels with a contemporary classic imprint.<br />

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PIAgET<br />

Magic gardens - Piaget opens the doors to its secret<br />

garden, which it has been carefully cultivating for several<br />

years. It has taken all of Piaget’s secrets to create enough<br />

magic to transform the elements of a structured garden<br />

into the marvellous pieces of the Magic Gardens of Piaget<br />

collection. Beads of water have been crystallized into<br />

diamond drops, while roses have been transformed into<br />

precious diamond rings.


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PIAgET<br />

under the spotlight, the Limelight collection plays the<br />

starring role. all stars love to dazzle amidst the crackling<br />

flashes of the cameras, all eyes fixed on them. heir to<br />

the first pieces of Piaget <strong>jewellery</strong>, Limelight extends<br />

an invitation to tread the red carpet in a reflection of<br />

its flamboyant inventiveness. One by one, the items of<br />

<strong>jewellery</strong> exhibit their dazzling silhouettes fashioned<br />

in gold and studded with <strong>diamonds</strong>. their perfect<br />

proportions and shapes evoke the flowing lines of the<br />

most prestigious haute Couture creations.<br />

DAmIANI<br />

Chignon - this collection showcase the exceptional design<br />

and craftsmanship of Damiani <strong>jewellery</strong>. White gold bands<br />

woven together are brightened by precious <strong>diamonds</strong>,<br />

which coil up like lace work of rare beauty.<br />

Inspired by Light<br />

since the dawn of time, <strong>diamonds</strong> have been a potent symbol of love, luck and romance<br />

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DIAmoNDs<br />

ID<br />

Diamonds are mirrors of geological time, resonating with<br />

the eternal spirit and joy of its owner. a symbol of eternity<br />

and the universe, this collection reflects the sparkling<br />

perfection of the stars and planets.


cockTAIL JEwELLEry<br />

ANToNINI<br />

the expression of modern femininity and timeless elegant<br />

<strong>jewellery</strong> is a tradition that antonini Milano has represented<br />

around the world since 1919. Porto Cervo collection is<br />

yet another sophisticated and unconventional creation by<br />

antonini.<br />

mImI<br />

MIMI is an exquisite young <strong>jewellery</strong> brand designed by<br />

Giovanna Broggian. MIMI means ‘beauty’ and its <strong>jewellery</strong><br />

depicts just that. the flawless pieces are a result of<br />

sophisticated aesthetic approach inspired by the colours and<br />

magic of the universe with an unmistakable ‘Italian style’.<br />

the collection is a sophisticated and fascinating<br />

combination of gold and pearls.<br />

ZoccAI<br />

hand-made unique <strong>jewellery</strong> that today represent the<br />

Zoccai style. a <strong>fine</strong> interpretation of gold and precious<br />

stones with a particular alchemy of lines and a harmonic<br />

contrasts of colours.<br />

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mImI<br />

season after season Mimi transforms women’s <strong>jewellery</strong><br />

into such beautiful and inspirational pieces. the Juliet<br />

collection is forged from the <strong>fine</strong>st precious stones.<br />

chAumET<br />

attrape-moi - Chaumet’s collection of <strong>jewellery</strong> is plotted like<br />

a game of seduction. a veiled declaration of modesty. si tu<br />

m’aimes... sentimental, sublime, amusing jewels that reinterpret<br />

the idea of nature and a web in a precious lace work of gold<br />

and <strong>diamonds</strong>.


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mArco bIcEgo<br />

Gem stones in magical colours & warm sensual gold are joined<br />

to create an alluring sophisticated collection. Paradise pearl<br />

unites drop cut gems and pearls of three different shades.<br />

the final result fascinating classic eternal <strong>jewellery</strong>.<br />

DAmIANI<br />

the moon drops rings by Damiani are versatile and easy to<br />

match, available in the three shades of gold and with precious<br />

and semiprecious stones of different colours. they can be<br />

worn one by one or mixed together. the soft and rounded<br />

shapes are designed to attract contemporary women who can<br />

create a personal style by combining different pieces.<br />

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ArmAs<br />

the seductive nature of these jewels is a<br />

temptation that need not be resisted. the<br />

abracadabra collection of rings and bracelets<br />

by armas adjust magically to fit all sizes each<br />

containing a patented titanium mechanism.<br />

Fancy That<br />

The newly interpreted haute joaillerie collection lives up to high<br />

standards of quality, creativity and innovation<br />

gIoIELLIAmo<br />

Innovative and stylish shapes are the reinterpretation of<br />

classic gold <strong>jewellery</strong> from a modern point of view and are<br />

embellished by semi-precious stones, a jewel accessory<br />

worn with ease for every occasion.<br />

cockTAIL JEwELLEry


goLD<br />

bouchEroN<br />

Graceful and<br />

Precious - Its fluidity<br />

of the Delilah necklace<br />

and the creativity<br />

and passion invested in<br />

materialising this masterpiece<br />

build together a timeless elegant piece<br />

of <strong>jewellery</strong> meant to underline femininity and the<br />

endless possibilities in which gold can be used. an<br />

astonishing work of art embodying an elegant gold<br />

scarf embellished with <strong>diamonds</strong>, the beautiful<br />

obsession of the house of Boucheron.<br />

ANToNINI<br />

Chic element - the contrast of gold with <strong>diamonds</strong> to<br />

brighten up each piece in the collection are as good for day<br />

wear as they are for the evening, without missing that Chic<br />

element that always de<strong>fine</strong>s antonini.<br />

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TALENTo<br />

Irregular circles<br />

are intertwined to<br />

create asymmetrical<br />

lines that follow<br />

the body lines.<br />

hand engraved<br />

and adorned with<br />

pave of <strong>diamonds</strong><br />

to create a re<strong>fine</strong>d<br />

gleaming effect.<br />

this collection<br />

by talento is<br />

reminiscent of<br />

the goldsmith’s<br />

heritage.<br />

FoPE<br />

International designer Gaetano Pesce, whose colourful<br />

artworks are the background of Fope latest Flex’it solo<br />

collection. In the picture, flexible bracelets in white, rose<br />

and yellow gold with <strong>diamonds</strong>. Flex’it solo represents a<br />

new interpretation of the flexibility concept, while taking<br />

its inspiration from the unica collection, one of the brand’s<br />

best sellers in the Nineties.


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PIAgET<br />

the Possession collection is an impressive<br />

fashion statement. the round features<br />

of these designs imply the perfection of<br />

every material. the ring motif gives each<br />

piece their aesthetic form.<br />

good as gold<br />

chAumET<br />

Liens de Chaumet “ Liens d’amour”<br />

asymmetric ring in pink, yellow or<br />

white gold with diamond set links<br />

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bouchEroN<br />

Crafted from four golds in rose, chocolate,<br />

yellow, and white, three of the bands are<br />

embossed in patterns of grosgrain, diamond<br />

point, and the fourth is polished smooth for<br />

contrast. the subtle yet striking drama of the<br />

piece results from the fusion of the unusual<br />

materials and textures.<br />

goLD<br />

Where traditional gold <strong>jewellery</strong> making techniques meet<br />

modern designs. Truly solid gold creations<br />

DAmIANI<br />

the Damiani Metropolitan Dream collection is inspired<br />

by skyscrapers and the cuboid look of large metropolises.<br />

Damiani master goldsmith’s needed to develop special<br />

techniques in order to get the distinctive texture on the<br />

surface of the pieces of this collection. the collection<br />

consists of rings, bracelets, earrings and pendants in yellow,<br />

pink, brown or black gold with <strong>diamonds</strong> embedded into<br />

the texture.


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Mikimoto Poseidon<br />

Design for Life<br />

Pearls express both the best of contemporary fashion trends and a timeless, eternal<br />

elegance, a perfect balance of tradition and innovation<br />

From ancient royalty to modern fashion, pearls have held sway as the most desired and elegant adornment. today’s haute<br />

couture houses recognize the value of pearls’ classic appeal. Indeed, some of the most famous Mikimoto designs are in this<br />

timeless category. When building a <strong>jewellery</strong> wardrobe to enhance our diverse lifestyle everyday must-haves should be pearls.<br />

the versatility of pearls could be worn in an infinite number of ways. Mikimoto pearls are ultimately the best pearls in the world<br />

only 5% of the world’s harvested pearls are chosen by Mikimoto.<br />

these Mikimoto collections combine the craftsmanship and sophistication of design with the highest quality cultured pearls in the<br />

world. the pearls are truly the focal point of the <strong>jewellery</strong> pieces, thanks to an <strong>exclusive</strong> spring tension system that holds them in<br />

place. each piece is individually made and finished by hand, a luxury that very few manufacturers can provide.<br />

PEArL TyPEs:<br />

white south sea<br />

the magnificent, satiny lustre of these fantastic white pearls is<br />

produced by the silver-lipped south sea oyster. their subdued<br />

opalescence will subtly change in appearance under different<br />

light conditions, making them a constant marvel to behold.<br />

harvested in sizes from 9mm and up, their shapes range from<br />

round, oval or teardrop to free-form baroque.<br />

golden south sea<br />

these opulent pearls are produced by the golden-lipped<br />

oyster. harvested in sizes of 9mm and up, their warm, natural<br />

golden colour is said to be rarer than gold itself. the colour<br />

palette ranges from light champagne to a very rare, deep gold.<br />

this oyster species can also produce richly luminescent white<br />

pearls, but the deeper golden colours are the most coveted of<br />

all pearls.<br />

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cuLTurED PEArLs<br />

black south sea<br />

the breathtaking colour of these naturally black pearls is<br />

produced by black-lipped oysters in the waters off tahiti and<br />

Okinawa. sizes begin at 8mm, in round, oval, teardrop or<br />

unique baroque shapes. While characterised as black, the rich,<br />

dark colours actually range from slate grey, silver and pistachio<br />

to peacock green and midnight black with overtones of green,<br />

rosé or blue.<br />

Akoya Pearl<br />

Prized for their brilliant lustre and rich colour, akoya pearls<br />

are a traditional symbol of elegance and beauty. Produced by<br />

Japan’s akoya oysters, they are the most popular of all pearl<br />

types. Depending on the size of the oyster, they grow from<br />

3-10mm.<br />

Mikimoto Cascata


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190 YEARS AGO<br />

A MAN BET ON HORSES AND CHANGED<br />

WATCHMAKING FOREVER .<br />

In 1821, at a horse race in Paris, Nicolas Rieussec successfully tested his<br />

revolutionary invention that allowed time to be recorded to an accuracy of a<br />

fifth of a second. The chronograph was born. A tribute to a visionary man,<br />

the Montblanc Nicolas Rieussec Chronograph Anniversary Edition is centred on the<br />

essence of his invention, the rotating disc technique. Monopusher chronograph,<br />

manual-winding manufacture movement. 18K white-gold case. 30 min.<br />

and 60 sec. rotating disc counters. Limited edition of 90 pieces. Crafted in the Montblanc<br />

Manufacture in Le Locle, Switzerland.<br />

We’re celebrating this anniversary with “ The Beauty of a Second” short-film contest,<br />

presented by Wim Wenders. Enter now at montblanc-onesecond.com. Every second counts.


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choIcE cuFF LINks<br />

Cuff links say a lot about a man’s personality, they make the<br />

perfect addition to any cuff. Our collections include casual and<br />

classical styles from Mont Blanc, Piaget, Breguet and Baraka.<br />

moNTEgrAPPA<br />

Creative energy never stops and is constantly renewed. the<br />

modern and dynamic new Nerouno Linea collection is proof<br />

that Montegrappa, the first Italian pen manufacturer, continues<br />

to amaze its devotees and admirers in almost a century of<br />

superb craftsmanship.<br />

moNT bLANc<br />

Discover the pleasure of writing with an old master.<br />

as the scribes of your cherished moments, Mont Blanc writing<br />

instruments are designed to accompany you throughout your<br />

lifetime a true testament to quality.<br />

LouIs<br />

cArTIEr<br />

FouNTAIN<br />

PEN romAN<br />

NumErALs<br />

DEcor<br />

In a world of computers,<br />

handwriting and<br />

personal signatures have<br />

become meaningful<br />

rituals. Cartier adds a<br />

new sensual dimension<br />

through precious<br />

material and prestigious<br />

designs.<br />

star Attractions<br />

steal a march on santa clause with our ultimate writing instruments & many<br />

other seriously stylish and innovative accessories<br />

VALuAbLE AmbIENcE<br />

For VALuAbLE wATchEs<br />

exquisite watches deserve to be kept and displayed<br />

in an ambience that befits the value of these<br />

miniature works of art and reflects the ardent<br />

collector’s passion for precision.<br />

By keeping an open ear for the wants and needs of<br />

watch aficionados and boldly embracing innovative<br />

solutions, Buben&Zorweg and the Collector series<br />

have moved on from the area of simple safekeeping<br />

to place the passionate collector’s favourite pieces<br />

in an <strong>exclusive</strong> and representative surrounding<br />

that is itself an adornment for any discerning<br />

environment. each individual model of the<br />

Collector series with 16, 32 or 64 tIMe MOVer ®<br />

units is a masterpiece of German craftsmanship.<br />

select materials, valuable woods and precious<br />

varnishes, crystal glass and exquisite leather are all<br />

crafted to perfection.<br />

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cArTIEr<br />

the Ballon Bleu watch series is a beautiful and unique addition<br />

to the Cartier watch line. the crown is set with a sapphire<br />

stone which is then covered by a steel protector. the Ballon<br />

Bleu is available in: the Ballon Bleu full size watch, the Ballon<br />

Bleu medium size watch, and finally in a smaller ladies watch<br />

size. also available from the Ballon Bleu watch collection is the<br />

new Ballon Bleu Chronograph watch and pocket watch.<br />

Buben&Zorweg 32 TIME MOVER ®<br />

AccEssorIEs


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