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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 Piaget and Andy Warhol Announce the Andy Warhol Clou de Paris Watch

New 1970s-Inspired Edition Featuring a Blue Meteorite Dial

Piaget is a Swiss luxury brand founded in 1874 in La Côte-aux-Fées by Georges Piaget. The brand started as a watch movement manufacturer before expanding into sophisticated watch designs. Piaget is also known for its technical innovations, particularly in its ultra-thin watches, which are among the thinnest in the world. The brand is distinguished by its intricate in-house movements and its commitment to craftsmanship and luxury. Today, Piaget presents its latest release, the “Andy Warhol Clou de Paris”, inspired by the original Black Tie watch released in the 1970s, which was created in collaboration with The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts. This new model celebrates Warhol's artistic legacy while showcasing Piaget's signature style and dedication to exceptional watchmaking.

This unique design features small pyramids-shaped elements in the Clou de Paris pattern, meticulously handcrafted on the challenging curved surfaces of a polished 45mm 18k white gold case. It includes a recessed crown that does not protrude. The case back is securely fastened with eight screws, each decorated with the Piaget logo, and the watch is water-resistant up to 30 meters.

The watch features a blue meteorite dial, showcasing its distinctive crisscrossing Widmanstätten patterns, which are unique structures found in iron meteorites formed by the slow crystallization. Elegant, slim dauphine hour and minute hands complement the minimalist applied indices, while the brand name is subtly engraved in silver for a refined touch.

This timepiece is driven by the in-house Calibre 501P1, an ultra-thin automatic movement that operates at 28,800 vph (4Hz) and offers a 40-hour power reserve.

It comes with a dark blue alligator leather and white gold buckle, and priced at USD 60,000 which is equivalent to AED 220,000.

For more information visit Piaget’s official website.

Technical specifications: Piaget Andy Warhol Clou de Paris
  1. Reference:G0A49238
  2. Case: polished white gold case, sapphire crystal on the top, Clou de Paris pattern, curved surfaces, recessed crown, eight screws on solid case back
  3. Diameter: 45mm 
  4. Water resistance: 30 m
  5. Dial: blue meteorite, Widmanstätten patterns, dauphine hour and minute hands
  6. Movement: Calibre 501P1, ultra-thin automatic, in-house
  7. Power reserve: 40 hours 
  8. Frequency: 28,800 vph (4Hz)
  9. Functions: hours, minutes
  10. Bracelet / Strap: dark blue alligator leather, white gold buckle
  11. Availability:permanent line
  12. Price:USD 60,000 / AED 220,000

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