Vacheron Constantin Kalla Haute Couture a Pampilles

Vacheron Constantin has for long been known as a manufacturer of some of the most exquisite pieces of ladies’ jewellery watches. Their first pocket watches, designed especially for women, appeared in Switzerland in 1820. Even the world’s very first series-made wristwatches were also produced by this famous Swiss brand, back in 1887, and again – designed only for women. In the 20th century, Vacheron Constantin produced the thinnest watch in the world: a baguette-shaped wristwatch with a winding crown placed on the back of the case. Today, the Kalla watch uses the Vacheron Constantin 1005 movement, directly inspired by the original calibre from 1914.

Vacheron Constantin Kalla Haute Couture à Pampilles, recently unveiled by the brand, is adorned with approximately 28.70 carats of precious stones. This is a mystery watch, stemming from the 19th century tradition in which the actual timepiece was hidden under gold case, typically set with diamonds. The secret watch allowed the wearer to check time in a discreet manner, and served above all as an exquisite piece of jewelery or an ornamental bracelet.





The body of this stunning creation is woven by hand in 18-carat white gold and adorned with flame and princess cut diamonds. The flame-cut was first introduced by Vacheron Constantin, three years ago, and it beautifully reflects the light from its 77 facets. The bracelet is made of two diamond-set ribbons, one in geometrical Art Deco style, and the other one in fluid Art Noveau spirit. Skillfully hidden behind the dazzling shine of diamonds beats famous hand-wound Calibre 1005 with the crown on the back of the movement. The movement provides hours and minutes indications, and allows for approximately 35 hours of power reserve.





Case
18K white gold
40 x 56 mm
Paved with 58 flame-cut diamonds, total weight of approx. 16.20 carats and 54 brilliant-cut diamonds, total weight of approx. 0.18 carat

Dial
18K white gold set with 130 brilliant-cut diamonds, total weight of approx. 0.32 carat

Bracelet
18K white gold set with 29 flame-cut diamonds, total weight of approx. 4.00 carats and 39 princess-cut diamonds, total weight of approx. 8.20 carats

Clasp
Jewellery clasp in 18K white gold

Author: Marina Milojević
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