Breguet: Unveiling a special model to celebrate the value of International Women’s Day 

Reveal the latest model of the Reine de Naples, the legendary first luxurious timepiece in the world crafted by a gentleman but conceived by a lady

Breguet, the prestigious Swiss watch brand with a heritage spanning over 240 years in the art of horology, has unveiled a special timepiece in celebration of International Women’s Day. They have introduced a new iteration of their iconic watch, the “Reine de Naples,” meticulously crafted to honour and celebrate women.

Reine de Naples model isn’t just a mere watch, but a living testament to history and timeless elegance. Born from the visionary mind of Abraham-Louis Breguet for Caroline Murat, a distinguished figure of Neapolitan nobility, its journey began in 1810 and culminated in a breathtaking unveiling in 1812. With its intricate silver guilloché dial, sophisticated Repeater mechanism, captivating Moonphase complication, and innovative temperature display, this masterpiece becomes a statement of opulence and refinement. It stands as the epitome of luxury and has remained unrivalled as the world’s premier wristwatch since its inception, captivating hearts and minds with its enduring allure.

The magnificence of the Reine de Naples model is yet to be concluded. This timeless beauty transcends what beholders can merely admire, making this iconic the cherished choice of royalty and esteemed ladies alike. From Marie-Antoinette to the Marquise de Condorcet and the Empress Josephine of France. Even though this model continues to evolve through the ages to meet changing preferences, one thing that never fades is its uniqueness and richness in detail, which the brand has steadfastly maintained in accordance with the Breguet standard.

In the present day, the Reine de Naples model has been crafted in various pastel tones. For instance, pink, grey, white, and the latest in “mint green” for the latest model specifically designed to celebrate this year’s International Women’s Day, named “Reine de Naples 8918” Outstanding with a dial crafted from Mother-of-Pearl, embedded with diamonds through the snow-setting technique. The watch hands, styled as open-tipped, are adorned with drop-shaped diamonds positioned at 6 o’clock, enhancing the luxurious narrative of the piece. The meticulous attention to detail doesn’t end there, subtle yet significant details such as the contrast between the numerals and the dial color, along with the insertion of unique numbers between 11 and 12, are evidence of the brand’s meticulous craftsmanship. These details elevate the legendary dial of this new narrative, making it even more striking and dimensional.

Additionally, the superiority of this Reine de Naples model isn’t just limited to its luxurious aesthetics. When it comes to mechanical excellence, this esteemed high-end watch brand never fails to impress. Powered by the self-winding caliber 537/3 movement, comprising more than 191 components, with an impressive power reserve of over 45 hours, it can withstand water pressure up to 30 meters.

Crafted meticulously through the white gold 18K case, sized at 35.6 x 28.45 mm, adorned with a total of 117 diamonds on the inner dial border and case, along with the exceptional feature that allows only the owner to witness the intricately engraved back movement showcasing the Côtes de Genève pattern, accompanied by rectangular finishing and numbered markings along the case edge. Completing its allure is the alligator leather strap with a triple folding clasp, embellished with more than 28 baguette-cut diamonds.

Embark on a journey through the rich heritage of luxurious timepieces and celebrate the spirit of womanhood with the Reine de Naples 8918 collection from Breguet.

Sources: Breguet

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