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The New Patek Philippe Twenty~4 7340/1R Perpetual Calendar

Introduced in 1999, the Twenty~4 collection was Patek Philippe’s first dedicated line of feminine timepieces. The original model featured an Art Deco-inspired manchette (cuff) design, but in 2018, the brand unveiled the Twenty~4 Automatic, which is a round-cased iteration powered by an automatic movement. This year, Patek Philippe elevates the collection further by introducing a perpetual calendar complication, marking the collection's debut in the realm of Grand Complications.
Crafted entirely in 18K rose gold, the watch features a 36mm case with a slender profile of just 9.95mm, making it sit gracefully on the wrist. The case is meticulously finished with a combination of polished and brushed surfaces, enhancing its refined aesthetic. Two dial options are available. The Ref. 7340/1R-001 features a silvery opaline dial with a vertical satin finish, evoking the texture of shantung silk that feature irregular texture, while the Ref. 7340/1R-010 presents an olive green sunburst dial for a more contemporary appeal.

Introducing The New Piaget Altiplano Skeleton High Jewellery Métiers d’Art

A limited edition of 8 pieces, in collaboration with Swiss enamel artist Anita Porchet

Piaget has long been a symbol of elegance, creating timepieces that don’t just tell time, they adorn the wrist with beauty and grace. Take, for example, the Polo Date High Jewelry or the Limelight Gala Limited Edition by Shamsa Alabbar, both of which effortlessly combine Piaget’s mastery in watchmaking with its expertise in jewelry design.

These pieces have shown us how Piaget seamlessly blends two worlds, making every timepiece not just a watch, but a work of art. Now, Piaget has taken things a step further with the Altiplano Skeleton High Jewellery Métiers d’Art, a limited edition of 8 pieces featuring the brand’s ultra-thin skeletonized movement, set with brilliant-cut diamonds and sapphires.

The watch is the result of a collaboration between Piaget and the renowned Swiss enamel artist Anita Porchet. The case is crafted from 18K white gold, with a diameter of 40mm and a thickness of just 7mm. The lugs are adorned with baguette-cut diamonds, while the bezel is beautifully split, with one half set with baguette-cut gradient blue sapphires and diamonds, and the other half decorated with cloisonné enamel. To complete the design, the crown is set with a sapphire cabochon, adding a final touch of elegance to this timepiece.

The upper half of the dial reveals diamond and sapphire-set bridges of the movement, while the other half is beautifully decorated with Grand Feu cloisonné enamel. The dial has dark blue hour and minute hands that perfectly complement the dial's design. 

Powered by the ultra-thin Calibre 1201D1, an automatic movement that is 3mm thick, it operates at a frequency of 21,600 vph (3Hz) and offers a 44-hour power reserve. The timepiece is paired with a blue leather strap, and the price is available upon request.

For more information, you can visit Piaget’s official website. 

Technical specifications: Piaget Altiplano Skeleton High Jewellery Métiers d’Art
  1. Reference: G0A49119
  2. Case: 18K white gold, baguette-cut diamonds on the lugs, baguette-cut gradient blue sapphires and diamonds and cloisonné enamel on the bezel, cabochon crown
  3. Diameter: 40mm 
  4. Thickness: 7mm
  5. Dial: skeletonized, diamond and sapphire-set bridges on the upper half of the dial, Grand Feu cloisonné enamel on the lower hand on the dial, dark blue hour and minute hands 
  6. Movement: Calibre 1201D1, automatic, 3mm thick
  7. Power reserve: 44 hours 
  8. Frequency: 21,600 vph (3Hz)
  9. Functions: hours, minutes
  10. Bracelet / Strap: blue leather strap
  11. Availability: Limited to 8 pieces 
  12. Price: Upon request

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