Dazzling Diamonds Dominate The New Vacheron Constantin Égérie Moon Phase Jewellery

Vacheron Constantin is a brand that not only has a serious reputation to uphold when it comes to mechanical masterpieces but also in the world of diamond-set watches they are a force not to reckon with. Throughout their entire history, they have created watches in which diamonds and other gemstones played the glamorous lead role. Most notably was the Kallista collection from the late 1970s and early 1980ss, which were all about diamonds and the most expensive wristwatches of their time. With the Égérie Moon Phase Jewellery does Vacheron Constantin continue this tradition in a dazzling way.

While the new Égérie collection is already a very tempting proposition without diamonds, do they most certainly add something when used in abundance. Its 37mm large dial alone is covered with 246 brilliant-cut diamonds, while the dial features another 510 of these precious gemstones. The setting follows the elegant curves of the case in great detail, but it is the dial that especially knows how to impress. The diamonds are set on different levels and the dial gets even more depth from the 18k white gold Arabic numerals, which are arranged in such a way that they seem to float above them. Details make all the difference, and in this light is the blued seconds hand a stroke of brilliance, as it adds a playful element.

It also goes very well with another main attraction of the watch, the moon phase indicator. The moon itself is made from white mother-of-pearl, while the clouds which it hides behind are crafted from translucent sapphire crystal. The execution of this is perfect and makes for a real eyecatcher. While this watch looks stunning on a strap, does the diamond set bracelet elevates its ultra-luxury status altogetherether. Vacheron Constantin opted for a bracelet design that is elegant yet robust at the same time. It also goes perfect with the setting, as 588 brilliant-cut diamonds decorate its links. Inside the watch, we find manufacture caliber 1088 L. This beautifully designed and crafted self-winding movement has a 22-carat gold oscillating weight and a power reserve of 40-hours. While the movement is in most Vacheron Constantin watches the main star, here it forms the perfect finishing touch for a dazzling creation.