Since Vacheron Constantin created its first high jewellery wristwatches at the end of 19th century and more recently in 1979 with its legendary Kallista*, a true masterpiece and the unequivocal benchmark in the marriage between Haute Horlogerie and High Jewellery, the world’s oldest manufacture has acquired the reputation of virtuosity in this field and continued to present worthy heirs like the Kalla Duchesse in 2006 and now the Kalla Lune.
Infused with the creative spirit so preciously nurtured at Vacheron Constantin and embodying the talent of watch and jewellery craftsmen who are masters of a traditional savoir-faire passed down over 250 years, the Kalla Lune, with its instantly recognizable design and setting, is dedicated to the creation of a different style, one that is distinguished, dazzling and architectural.
Reflecting desires that are beyond fashion, this model is resolutely contemporary. Its strength lies in the interplay between seduction and emotion, elegance and style. Its round shape, subtle and intense and suitable for both men and women, embodies the perfect union and is an expression of the abiding link between the Métiers d’Art watchwakers and gem-setters at Vacheron Constantin.
Thus, all Vacheron Constantin’s craftsmen - from goldsmiths to jewel-setters, from watchmakers to engravers – are motivated to raise their art to a supreme level of refinement. Inspired by the confidence of demanding customers, they create exceptional and precious watches in the grandest tradition of Haute Horlogerie and High Jewellery, like the Kalla Lune.
Kalla Lune Large Model: a total of 816 baguette-cut diamonds, 23 brilliant-cut diamonds and 1 rose-cut diamond for the crown, for an approximate total weight of 42.61 carats. A simple but fixed rule was decreed when setting this watch: each set of diamonds had to conform to the most stringent criteria regarding purity, colour and cut, to guarantee perfect harmonization.
There are 134 diamonds weighing 9.33 carats or 7.86 carats depending on the size. Each stone is hand-cut and hand-set to marry perfectly with the case.
In sparkling harmony with the patient work carried out on the case is the sumptuous diamond-paved dial. The large model is paved with 170 baguette-cut diamonds (2.82 carats) and the small model with a white, pink and blue mosaic of 141 brilliants (0.36 carat). In both models, the crown is set with a rose-cut diamond.
To bring this high jewellery masterpiece to life, Vacheron Constantin has fitted it with a manufactory-made movement, the calibre 1410, featuring power reserve and moon phase indicators. It is 100% hand-finished and hand-decorated, and is stamped with the prestigious Geneva Hallmark.
Set with 512 (30.33 carats) or 472 (24.12 carats) baguette-cut diamonds depending on the size, the Kalla Lune’s 18K white gold bracelet marries perfectly the wrist. Thanks to this technical feat, the bracelet seems to flow around the wrist. The model also comes on a black alligator leather strap adorned with a white gold folding clasp with a Maltese cross set with 8 baguette diamonds (0.38 carat).
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