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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.

Audemars Piguet

Established in 1875 by Jules Louis Audemars and Edward Auguste Piguet, Audemars Piguet is a distinguished Swiss luxury watchmaker. The company is situated in Le Brassus, a quaint village within the Vallée de Joux, an area celebrated for its deep-rooted watchmaking heritage.

As one of the few remaining family-owned, independent watch companies since its inception in 1875, Audemars Piguet has upheld a prestigious reputation by crafting exceptional timepieces that merge technical advancements with superb craftsmanship. The brand is a member of the "Holy Trinity" of Swiss watchmaking, joining Patek Philippe and Vacheron Constantin.

Audemars Piguet is renowned for its legendary Royal Oak model, launched in 1972. The groundbreaking design, created by the esteemed Gerald Genta, transformed the luxury watch sector with its striking, angular appearance and the utilization of stainless steel as a high-end material. The Royal Oak was succeeded by the Royal Oak Offshore, a more robust and sporty iteration, which has also become a coveted timepiece.

Over the years, Audemars Piguet has manufactured an extensive array of watches, encompassing complex features such as minute repeaters, perpetual calendars, and tourbillons. The brand's dedication to innovation and design since 1875 has endeared it to watch aficionados and collectors, ensuring its continued prominence in the luxury watch industry.

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