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Swiss watch exports slight decline in May 2024; Bvlgari is the main sponsor of the Torlonia Marbles Exhibition at the Louvre
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Swiss watch exports slight decline in May 2024
Swiss watch exports declined slightly in May, continuing the trend observed over the first four months of the year. Exports totalled 2.3 billion francs in value, down 2.2% on May 2023. Five months into the year, the sector has already achieved a result exceeding 10 billion francs, although this figure is 2.5% lower than the record level reached last year. Steel watches fell by 7.6% in terms of value, weighing down the general result, while on the other hand watches made from precious metals trended upwards (+1.6%). The total number of watches was lower to the tune of 60,000 units (-4.2%), with the decline being driven mainly by the category Other materials (-6.7%) and steel (-2.8%). |
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Company News
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Bvlgari is the main sponsor of the Torlonia Marbles Exhibition at the Louvre
The world's most important private collections of ancient sculptures preserved to this day is on public view outside Italy - for the first time after its restoration by Fondazione Torlonia with the support of the Roman Maison Bvlgari - for the exhibition Masterpieces from the Torlonia Collection on display from June 26 to November 11, 2024 in the Denon Wing at the Louvre Museum in Paris. The exhibition is sponsored by Bvlgari, in the frame of the Maison’s patronage initiatives to preserve the unrivalled artistic legacy of its cradle and first source of inspiration: Rome. An enduring commitment which already inspired its collaboration with Fondazione Torlonia. Brought together by the Torlonia princely family during the nineteenth century in Rome, the superb collection of marbles was restored to its original splendor in recent years. |
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Chopard official timekeeper and world sponsor of the 1000 Miglia 2024
More than 440 of the world’s finest classic cars, 1,000 miles of Italy’s most breathtaking roads, two special new chronographs and Chopard on the start line. It can mean only one thing: the 2024 edition of the 1000 Miglia. For the 37th year in succession, Chopard again serve as the official timekeeper and world sponsor of ‘the most beautiful race in the world’, furthering a relationship that is one of the longest in history between a watchmaker and a motoring event. Equally enduring is Chopard co-president Karl-Friedrich Scheufele’s love for the 1000 Miglia, and he takes part – for the 36th time – alongside his dear friend Jacky Ickx driving the Scheufele family’s beloved ‘metallic strawberry’ Mercedes-Benz 300 SL. |
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Chaumet En Scène High Jewellery Gala Dinner in Venice
On 12 June 2024, in the heart of the Serenissima, Chaumet unveiled its new High Jewellery collection Chaumet en Scène. The iconic Scuola Grande di San Rocco was the setting for a timeless evening during which the Chaumet en Scène jewellery pieces paraded under the painted ceilings of Renaissance masters. For this occasion, numerous celebrities and friends of the Maison were present, adorned with Chaumet creations, and enjoyed an exceptional performance from British singer Sophie Ellis-Bextor. |
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Product Launch
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Van Cleef & Arpels unveils the Pâquerette Collection
Van Cleef & Arpels has unveiled the Pâquerette Collection, inspired by vibrant flora and an ode to summer’s blooming beauty. The limited collection of rings seamlessly blends golden hues with the vibrant tones of ornamental stones, evoking the warmth of sunlight and opening a new chapter of Van Cleef & Arpels’ floral story. Drawing on over a century of expertise, each ring is meticulously crafted to showcase the Maison's commitment to excellence. From the careful selection of stones, including onyx, malachite, turquoise and more, to the intricate detailing of the flower motif, every element reflects Van Cleef & Arpels' unparalleled savoir-faire. As a tribute to the Maison's rich heritage, the Pâquerette Collection continues its storied tradition of botanical themes, offering a contemporary interpretation that captivates with its bold contrasts and elegant composition. |
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Gerald Charles unveils the exclusive Maestro 9.0 Roman Tourbillon
Gerald Charles is proud to honour its founder, Mr. Gérald Charles Genta, by launching the Maestro 9.0 Roman Tourbillon, Ref. GC9.0-A-RT-5N. Mr. Genta originally gave birth to the Maestro collection by launching in 2005 the first ever Maestro case with a tourbillon. Featuring the iconic smile at 6 o’clock, the case has the perfect shape to host the tourbillon cage. Compared to the previous Maestro 9.0 Tourbillon introduced in 2023 – an understated luxury model, now sold out - the Maestro 9.0 Roman Tourbillon has been revisited with a new twist on the tourbillon embracing an old-style elegance. The Roman Tourbillon is a 50-piece limited edition collection in celebration of the Roman architecture and art from which the iconic Maestro case inspiration comes from; amply emphasized by the roman numerals on the dial. |
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Arnold & Son launches Perpetual Moon 38 Night Tide
Powerful and plentiful, the waves of Perpetual Moon 38 Night Tide herald heavy seas. In the blue of the night, the tide is at its highest, and so are the rollers. The moon, capricious and triumphant, imposes its will. The gradations of the water are topped with a sparkling foam. Beneath the peaceful light of Selene, the ocean rages on. Arnold & Son interprets this powerfully symbolic scene through mechanisms and minerals. The astronomical moon complication of Perpetual Moon 38 Night Tide is adorned in mother-of-pearl and ruthenium: a delicate, evocative composition that fully expresses the dial-makers’ expertise. The mother-of-pearl marquetry, ruthenium crystal inlays and abundance of diamonds symbolize the painstaking care lavished on the women's collections of Switzerland’s most English brand. |
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Introducing Alpiner Extreme Quartz by Alpina
It’s perfectly possible for a watch to be good-looking, sexy, sporty – and quartz-powered. Somebody has to say it: even the most seasoned of collectors wear quartz watches when engaging in extreme pursuits or simply outdoor activities in general. That said, functionality is no excuse for sacrificing elegance. The new Alpiner Extreme Quartz is here to prove as much: with an ultra-compact diameter of 34 x 35.20mm, a diamond-set bezel and a turquoise strap matching the glacier blue hues of the dial, this beautiful timepiece is ready for any outdoor adventure off the beaten track, from Alpine lakes to sandy shores. Released in an ultra-limited edition of just 83 pieces (a nod to the year Alpina was founded, 1883), it boasts three exclusive features: a bespoke dial, two jewel-set bands on the bezel and a dedicated, matching rubber strap. |
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Perrelet launches an exclusive new creation: Turbine "Viva México, cabrones"
Perrelet is reinforcing its strong relationship with the Mexican market on the occasion of the SIAR Summer Experience, to be held from 11 to 13 June at the Four Seasons Hotel in Mexico City. The Turbine Mexico 2024 edition features a dial animated by the iconic Turbine, which displays two of the great nation's most distinctive symbols: the tricolor with the eagle emblem and the inscription “¡Viva México, cabrones!”. The national colours, green, white and red, also featured on the lower dial along with the inscription, date back to the Mexican War of Independence. At the heart of the new Turbine “¡Viva México, cabrones!” is, of course, the turbine, a recurrent device in all the timepieces of the eponymous collections. It is the result of Perrelet's creativity and expertise and reflects the innovative spirit that has characterised the Manufacture since its foundation in 1777. |
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