THE ART OF THE METICULOUS TO CREATE WATCHES OF PRESTIGE
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THE ARTISAN OF LIGHT
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T he first Vacheron Constantin ladies’ pocket watches were both watches and jewels, veritable accessories that for med an integral part of the costume of the times. T he advent in the 20th century of the baguette-shaped wristwatch – the thinnest in the world – contributed enor mously to the reputation of the Manufacture.
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T he gemsetter’s role is to arrange precious stones on a timepiece while respecting the codes of quality concer ning the alignment of the stones in relation to the cut and the refraction of light.
Métiers d'Art - Fabuleux Ornements French lace, Calibre 1003SQ