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From time immemorial, minerals have fascinated mankind because of the magic and emotion they impart. In honor of this endeavor, begun at the dawn of time, Jaquet Droz has fashioned inimitable watch dials from noble materials, treasures drawn from the depths of the Earth and from outer space.

Gemologists of the brand search constantly for the rarest stones which will elevate the beauty of unique pieces, and which will reflect the choice and personality of the client. A block of stone might yield only one dial, or sometimes none at all. The crystals must be hard and scratch-resistant, able to withstand frequent handling without being damaged. The master craftsman calls upon all his art and the excellence of his skill for the presentation of these prodigious minerals.The greatest challenge is to find the right orientation so that the materials are cut whilst respecting the very nature of the stone. Master stone cutters and dial makers work on gemstones: Lapis Lazuli, Astorite, jadeite, bronzite, Red Moss agathe, aso. They adopt a different approach for each mineral, always taking care to respect the spirit of the stone and leave it intact. As an incarnation of exception, these models are available in limited editions, Numerus Clausus of 8, 88 or as a unique piece. ■

Technical specifications

Jaquet Droz Grande Seconde Bronzite
Numerus Clausus of 88
Reference: J003033357
Movement: Jaquet Droz 2663, self-winding mechanical movement, double barrel, 22-carat white gold oscillating weight
Indications: Off-centered hours and minutes, large seconds subdial
Jewelling: 30 jewels
Power reserve: 68 hours
Frequency: 28,800 v.p.h
Case: 18-carat red gold, diameter Ø 43 mm. Individual limited serial number engraved on the case-back
Water resistance: To 3 bar (30 meters)
Dial: Bronzite dial, opaline silvered subdial. Applied 18-carat red gold ring
Hands: Blued steel
Strap: Rolled-edge hand made black alligator leather strap
Buckle: 18-carat red gold ardillon

Jaquet Droz Grande Seconde Lapis Lazuli
Numerus Clausus of 88
Reference: J003033363
Movement: Jaquet Droz 2663, self-winding mechanical movement, double barrel, 22-carat white gold oscillating weight
Indications: Off-centered hours and minutes, large seconds subdial
Jewelling: 30 jewels
Power reserve: 68 hours
Frequency: 28,800 v.p.h
Case: 18-carat red gold, diameter Ø 43 mm. Individual limited serial number engraved on the case-back
Water resistance: To 3 bar (30 meters)
Dial: Lapis Lazuli dial, white Mother-of-Pearl subdial. Applied 18-carat red gold ring
Hands: Blued steel
Strap: Rolled-edge hand made black alligator leather strap
Buckle: 18-carat red gold ardillon

Jaquet Droz Grande Seconde Red Moss Agathe
Numerus Clausus of 8
Reference: J014013278
Movement: Jaquet Droz 2663, self-winding mechanical movement, double barrel, 22-carat white gold oscillating weight
Indications: Off-centered hours and minutes, large seconds subdial
Jewelling: 30 jewels
Power reserve: 68 hours
Frequency: 28,800 v.p.h
Case: 18-carat red gold, diameter Ø 39 mm. Individual limited serial number engraved on the case-back
Water resistance: To 3 bar (30 meters)
Dial: Red Moss Agathe dial, white Mother-of-Pearl subdial. Applied 18-carat red gold ring
Hands: Blued steel
Strap: Rolled-edge hand made black alligator leather strap
Buckle: 18-carat red gold ardillon

Jaquet Droz Grande Seconde Jadeite
Numerus Clausus of 1
Reference: J014013271
Movement: Jaquet Droz 2663, self-winding mechanical movement, double barrel, 22-carat white gold oscillating weight
Indications: Off-centered hours and minutes, large seconds subdial
Jewelling: 30 jewels
Power reserve: 68 hours
Frequency: 28,800 v.p.h
Case: 18-carat red gold, diameter Ø 39 mm. Individual limited serial number engraved on the case-back
Water resistance: To 3 bar (30 meters)
Dial: Jadeite dial, white Mother-of-Pearl subdial. Applied 18-carat red gold ring, set with 88 diamonds (0.191 carat)
Hands: Blued steel
Strap: Rolled-edge hand made brown alligator leather strap
Buckle: 18-carat red gold ardillon
Diamonds: IF to VVS1, Full cut, D to G. Total carat weight: 0.191 carat

Jaquet Droz Grande Seconde Astorite
Numerus Clausus of 1
Reference: J014013280
Movement: Jaquet Droz 2663, self-winding mechanical movement, double barrel, 22-carat white gold oscillating weight
Indications: Off-centered hours and minutes, large seconds subdial
Jewelling: 30 jewels
Power reserve: 68 hours
Frequency: 28,800 v.p.h
Case: 18-carat red gold, set with 248 diamonds (1.846 carats), diameter Ø 39 mm. Individual limited serial number engraved on the case-back
Water resistance: To 3 bar (30 meters)
Dial: Astorite dial, white Mother-of-Pearl subdial. Applied 18-carat red gold ring, set with 88 diamonds (0.191 carat)
Hands: Blued steel
Strap: Rolled-edge hand made burgundy alligator leather strap
Buckle: 18-carat red gold ardillon, set with 24 diamonds (0.149 carat)
Diamonds: IF to VVS1, Full cut, D to G. Total carat weight: 2.186 carats

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