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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 Tiffany & Co. Unveils the Eternity Wisteria Edition

The brand's first participation in LVMH Watch Week

Making its debut at LVMH Watch WeekTiffany & Co. unveils a collection of jewelry watches inspired by the brand’s iconic signatures. Among the highlights is the Eternity by Tiffany Wisteria watch, a stunning example of Tiffany’s expertise in blending fine jewelry with watchmaking craftsmanship.

Inspired by one of Tiffany Studios’ most celebrated designs from the early 20th century, the Wisteria table lamp, the Eternity by Tiffany Wisteria watch is a beautiful homage to Tiffany’s artistic legacy. Adorned with over 5 carats of diamonds, it showcases the brand’s unparalleled skill in creating exquisite timepieces.

Tiffany’s Art Nouveau lamps, known for their floral and insect motifs, were crafted using multicolored glass latticework. The Eternity by Tiffany Wisteria watch draws inspiration from the cascading blooms of the Wisteria table lamp, a design created by Clara Driscoll at Tiffany Studios in the early 1900s.

Tiffany’s Eternity collection stands out for its unique diamond cuts marking each hour. Drawing inspiration from vintage Tiffany & Co. advertisements for diamond engagement rings from the 1960s, the watch features a total of 709 diamonds, surpassing 5 carats. Most of these diamonds are set on the case, enhancing the watch’s radiant beauty.

The meticulous crafting of the watch requires over 150 hours of labor, with 80 hours dedicated to hand-enameling and assembling the dial, and 70 hours spent on the intricate snow-setting of the diamonds.

The 38mm white gold case is adorned with 627 snow-set diamonds in eight different diameters. The diamonds, arranged in a close-knit pattern to evoke the sparkling surface of freshly fallen snow, allow the case to shimmer with its own light. Additionally, 59 diamonds are set in the bezel, while the crown, inspired by Tiffany’s iconic Tiffany Setting engagement ring, is set with a brilliant-cut diamond held in place by six prongs—an innovative design introduced by Tiffany in 1886.

Tiffany & Co. pays tribute to its rich heritage with the vibrant dial of the Wisteria timepiece, further enhancing the timeless appeal of the Eternity by Tiffany collection. The dial is crafted using plique-à-jour enamel, an ancient technique that uses transparent enamel suspended in small metal cells. This allows the dial to capture the translucent green and blue hues of the lamp, reminiscent of a stained-glass window, with light permeating and reflecting off the dial.

The dial features 12 different diamond cuts: round brilliant, baguette, cushion, Tiffany True, marquise, Asscher, heart, pear, oval, emerald, triangle, and princess cuts. The hour and minute hands are also crafted from white gold, complementing the luxurious design.

Powering the watch is an automatic movement from Swiss manufacturer Le Temps. The small 15.7mm LTM2100 caliber features a single barrel, beats at 25,200 vibrations per hour (vph), and offers a 38-hour power reserve.

The Eternity by Tiffany Wisteria watch is paired with a dark blue alligator strap and a white gold T-pin buckle set with 10 brilliant-cut diamonds. This timepiece will be produced in a limited edition, with pricing available upon request.

 

For more information, visit Tiffany & Co. official website.

Technical specifications: Tiffany & Co. Eternity by Tiffany Wisteria Watch
  1. Reference: SKU 74863434
  2. Case: 18k white gold, Snow-set on case flanks with 627 diamonds, bezel set with 59 brilliant-cut diamonds, white gold crown set with brilliant-cut diamond
  3. Size: 38 mm
  4. Water resistance: 30 m
  5. Dial: handmade plique-à-jour enamel dial inspired by colours of Wisteria lamp, 12 different diamond cuts for hour indices, white gold hands
  6. Movement: automatic, calibre LTM2100, made by Le Temps Manufacture, 15.7mm
  7. Power reserve: 38 hours
  8. Frequency:   25,200 Vph (3.5 Hz) 
  9. Functions: hours, minutes
  10. Bracelet / Strap: dark blue alligator white gold T-pin buckle set with 10 brilliant-cut diamonds
  11. Availability: Limited Production
  12. Price:  Upon Request

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