Tribute To Explorer Naturalists – Detroit De Magellan
Paying tribute to the spirit of scientific discovery and the intrepid naturalists who sailed aboard the HMS Beagle in the early 1830s, the Tribute to Explorer Naturalists - Detroit De Magellan 7500U/000R-B992 is a horological odyssey. Housed in an 18K 5N Pink Gold case, this timepiece masterfully blends hand-engraving and enameling to reveal 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 exploration.
| 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 (Engraving & Enamel) |
| Strap | Premium dark blue 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 charts and discoveries of these naturalists into an artistic masterpiece. The meticulous fusion of hand-engraving, which captures the fine details of terrain and flora, alongside the richness of artisanal enameling, creates a narrative depth that celebrates the courageous legacy of the Beagle expedition.
Double Aesthetic Craftsmanship – A Fusion of Techniques
The mastery of the Vacheron Constantin Métiers d’Art division is on full display here. By combiningtraditional hand-engraving with nuanced enameling, the dial achieves a double aesthetic quality: one that is textured and sculptural, and one that is vibrant and luminescent. This marriage of techniques ensures that the watch is not merely a tool for time, but a sculptural 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 architecture. This movement features a satellite hours display, which gracefully tracks time across the dial, ensuring that the central artwork remains the primary 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
- Movement: Manufacture self-winding mechanical Caliber 1120 AT/1, featuring satellite hours display.
- Certification: Hallmark of Geneva.
- Functions: Satellite hours and minutes.
- Case: 18K 5N Pink Gold, 41 mm diameter, 11.73 mm thickness.
- Dial: Métiers d’Art craftsmanship featuring hand-engraving and enameling.
- Crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal.
- Caseback: Transparent sapphire crystal caseback.
- Strap: Premium dark blue alligator leather.
- Clasp: 18K 5N Pink Gold triple folding clasp.
- Water Resistance: 3 bar (30 meters).
| 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 (Engraving & Enamel) |
| Strap | Premium dark blue alligator leather |
| Condition | New |