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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 The New Citizen Caliber 0200 NC0210-11A 100th Anniversary limited Edition

Celebrating 100 years since the brand’s first branded timepiece

Citizen is one of the most iconic Japanese watchmakers, and it has been synonymous with quality and innovation for over a century. In 1924, Citizen launched its very first watch—a pocket watch that bore the Citizen name, marking the beginning of its journey. This year, Citizen is celebrating a remarkable milestone: 100 years since the release of its first branded timepiece. To commemorate this centennial, the brand unveils the Caliber 0200 NC0210-11A 100th Anniversary limited edition. 

The watch is crafted with a stainless steel case featuring a refined mix of brushed and polished finishes, it also includes an elegant 18-karat white gold bezel surrounding the sapphire crystal. The case measures 40.0 mm in diameter and 10.9 mm in thickness, with a transparent case back that reveals the movement.

The dial, with its textured silver surface, resembles a glistening iceberg, created through electroformed patterns and a pure silver tone. It features elegant Dauphine-style hands and a small seconds sub-dial positioned at 6 o'clock. This new watch is powered by Citizen’s in-house Caliber 0200 automatic movement, operating at a frequency of 28,800 vph (4 Hz) with an accuracy range of -3 to +5 seconds per day and a power reserve of approximately 60 hours when fully wound. It also includes a 22-karat gold rotor and an eagle mark—the symbol of Citizen—featured on both the rotor and the dial.

The strap is crafted from Himeji Kurozan leather, often referred to as black diamond leather. This luxurious material is produced through a technique that combines traditional tanning and lacquering methods, resulting in cow leather with a radiant finish reminiscent of countless glittering diamond fragments. The handcrafted process involves repeatedly applying lacquer to the grain side and allowing the leather to dry, enhancing its volume and creating a rich, deep luster. 

The watch is limited to 160 pieces, and each one features a limited-edition number engraved on the case back. It is priced at USD 10,400, equivalent to AED 38,200.

For more information you can visit Citizen’s official website. 

Technical specifications: Citizen Caliber 0200 NC0210-11A 100th Anniversary limited Edition
  1. References: NC0210-11A
  2. Case: stainless steel, brushed and polished, 18-karat white gold bezel, sapphire crystal, transparent case back 
  3. Diameter: 40 mm
  4. Thickness: 10.9 mm
  5. Water resistance: 50 m
  6. Dial: textured silver, Dauphine-style hands, small seconds sub-dial positioned at 6 o'clock
  7. Movement: Caliber 0200, automatic, in-house, 22-karat gold rotor
  8. Power reserve: 65 hours 
  9. Frequency: 28,800 vph (4Hz), -3 to +5 seconds per day
  10. Functions: hours, minutes, small seconds 
  11. Bracelet / Strap: Himeji Kurozan leather black strap
  12. Availability: limited to 160 pieces
  13. Price: USD 10,400 / AED 38,200

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