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Tribute To Explorer Naturalists – Cap De Bonne-Espérance
Métiers d'Art

Tribute To Explorer Naturalists – Cap De Bonne-Espérance

Ref. 7500U/000R-B994

Celebrating the spirit of scientific inquiry and the intrepid naturalists who sailed aboard the HMS Beagle in the early 1830s, the Tribute to Explorer Naturalists - Cap De Bonne-Espérance 7500U/000R-B994 is a true horological odyssey. Housed in a 18K 5N Pink Gold case, this timepiece masterfully combines 3D hand-engraved animal reliefs with intricate miniature Grand Feu enamel, revealing a dual-aesthetic narrative of exploration. Driven by the Manufacture Caliber 1120 AT/1, the watch features an innovative satellite hours display, bringing a dynamic, poetic dimension to timekeeping. Bearing the prestigious Hallmark of Geneva seal, it is a definitive collector's treasure that embodies the Maison's passion for cultural and scientific discovery.

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Specifications
Material 18K 5N Pink Gold
Movement Self-winding Mechanical (Caliber 1120 AT/1)
Case size 41 mm (Độ dày 11.73 mm)
Dial Métiers d'Art (3D Animals & Grand Feu Enamel)
Strap Premium green alligator leather
Condition New

Tribute to Explorer Naturalists – A Voyage of Scientific Discovery

The inspiration for this collection is rooted in the early 19th-century scientific voyages that transformed our understanding of the world. The watch acts as a portal to this era, translating the ancient maritime maps and natural wonders into an artistic masterpiece. The meticulous fusion of 3D hand-engraved animal figures standing out against a miniature Grand Feu enamel background creates a narrative depth that celebrates the courageous legacy of the early naturalist explorers.

Double Aesthetic Craftsmanship – A Fusion of Techniques

The mastery of the Vacheron Constantin Métiers d’Art division is on full display. By combining traditional hand-engraving with the vibrancy of Grand Feu enameling, the dial achieves a dual-aesthetic quality: one that is sculptural and textured, and one that is colorful and luminescent. This marriage of techniques ensures that the watch is not merely a tool for time, but a kinetic work of art that rewards close inspection, revealing new details of the explorers’ journey with every gaze.

Caliber 1120 AT/1 – Revolutionizing Time Display

The mechanical heart is the self-winding Caliber 1120 AT/1, specifically selected for its unique satellite hours architecture. This movement tracks time across the dial with fluid precision, ensuring that the central artwork—a 19th-century inspired maritime map—remains the undisputed focal point. Crafted to the stringent standards of the Hallmark of Geneva (Poinçon de Genève), the movement serves as a guarantee of reliability and horological excellence, perfectly mirroring the precision required by the explorers whose spirit this watch honors.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

  1. Movement: Manufacture self-winding mechanical Caliber 1120 AT/1, featuring satellite hours display.
  2. Certification: Hallmark of Geneva.
  3. Functions: Satellite hours and minutes display.
  4. Case: 18K 5N Pink Gold, 41 mm diameter, 11.73 mm thickness.
  5. Dial: Métiers d’Art dial; upper part with 3D hand-engraved animals on miniature Grand Feu enamel; lower part with ancient maritime map of Cape of Good Hope in miniature Grand Feu enamel.
  6. Crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal.
  7. Caseback: Transparent sapphire crystal caseback.
  8. Strap: Premium green alligator leather.
  9. Clasp: 18K 5N Pink Gold triple folding clasp.
  10. Water Resistance: 3 bar (30 meters).

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