Love and Femininity are the themes which characterize this sumptuous timepiece to be introduced by Blancpain as a celebration of Valentines Day 2010. An extravaganza of both horological sophistication and the jewelers craft, the Blancpain Saint-Valentin 2010 watch will stand out as the first timepiece from the historic Le Brassus-based house to diverge from the classical round form. As a nod to the famous day in February, just fourteen will be made, each housed in a thematic presentation box that echoes the design of the white gold case and its settings of precious stones.
The Blancpain Saint-Valentin 2010 watch will feature a pear-shaped case that measures 48mm x 33mm. More than 400 round brilliant cut diamonds are set into the bezel, in addition to a section of 66 pink sapphires. The latter charmingly extend the amorous heart-themed dial, itself a work of art combining sections of white and pink mother of pearl. Diamonds-including a heart-cut stone at 12 o'clock--mark the hours in a truly luxurious fashion. The crystal, which shares the same teardrop shape of the case, is manufactured from scratch-resistant transparent sapphire.
For such a an exotic and whimsical creation of fine watchmaking, only the finest in mechanical movements could be worthy. Accordingly, Blancpain will fit each of the fourteen Saint-Valentin 2010 watches with the Blancpain Caliber 615, a diminutive movement comprising 180 hand-finished parts. Known to timepiece aficionados for its nickname of "Ladybird", it bears the noteworthy distinction of being the smallest diameter automatic movement in the world. A sapphire crystal exhibition back invites the owner to admire the fine decorative work of the Blancpain watchmakers, which includes Cotes de Geneve patterns on the bridges, immaculately beveled edges, and circular graining on the mainplate. Despite the small size of its barrel, power reserve for the Caliber 615 is a respectable 40 hours.
Photographic images of the reference will be forthcoming from Blancpain as Valentines Day draws closer. According to a press statement released by the brand, the Saint-Valentin 2010 timepiece will be supplied with both a black and white satin strap. A pear shaped pink sapphire set into the polished white gold buckle is another delightful detail sure to charm the recipients of this precious and extremely exclusive Valentines Day luxury watch.
The Blancpain Saint-Valentin 2010 watch will feature a pear-shaped case that measures 48mm x 33mm. More than 400 round brilliant cut diamonds are set into the bezel, in addition to a section of 66 pink sapphires. The latter charmingly extend the amorous heart-themed dial, itself a work of art combining sections of white and pink mother of pearl. Diamonds-including a heart-cut stone at 12 o'clock--mark the hours in a truly luxurious fashion. The crystal, which shares the same teardrop shape of the case, is manufactured from scratch-resistant transparent sapphire.
For such a an exotic and whimsical creation of fine watchmaking, only the finest in mechanical movements could be worthy. Accordingly, Blancpain will fit each of the fourteen Saint-Valentin 2010 watches with the Blancpain Caliber 615, a diminutive movement comprising 180 hand-finished parts. Known to timepiece aficionados for its nickname of "Ladybird", it bears the noteworthy distinction of being the smallest diameter automatic movement in the world. A sapphire crystal exhibition back invites the owner to admire the fine decorative work of the Blancpain watchmakers, which includes Cotes de Geneve patterns on the bridges, immaculately beveled edges, and circular graining on the mainplate. Despite the small size of its barrel, power reserve for the Caliber 615 is a respectable 40 hours.
Photographic images of the reference will be forthcoming from Blancpain as Valentines Day draws closer. According to a press statement released by the brand, the Saint-Valentin 2010 timepiece will be supplied with both a black and white satin strap. A pear shaped pink sapphire set into the polished white gold buckle is another delightful detail sure to charm the recipients of this precious and extremely exclusive Valentines Day luxury watch.
