Genève, August 2017

The Casino of Monte-Carlo is one of the great historical buildings of Monaco. Located in the heart of the city, next to the famous Hôtel de Paris, it is one of the most symbolic places of the Principality.

In order to honour this beautiful monument, the watch manufacture Ateliers deMonaco took its inspiration from this mythic place and created a unique piece called Tourbillon Casino de Monte-Carlo.

For the love of the game

This prestigious watch is composed of an automatic mechanism named Tourbillon XP1. It’s one of the first patented movements of Ateliers deMonaco and it is famous for having an incomparably precise tourbillon since it has a 0 to 2 seconds per 24 hours’ tolerance. This accuracy makes it one of the most precise tourbillon movements in the world.

The calibre is covered with a sumptuous 18K solid white gold dial, passionately hand-engraved by our master engraver and representing the Casino of Monte-Carlo. It is composed of three superposed plates creating an amazing relief on this piece. The first plate showcases the palm tree avenue as well as the steps of the Casino, an opening on the tourbillon’s cage predominates at the centre and reveals the sapphire bridge and thus takes the place of the central fountain. The second, shows the Casino’s facade and its two famous domes. Finally, the last one features the sky and the clouds that overhang the principality’s must see monument. The hours’ indexes are applied on the dial and have a lozenge form, iconic symbol of the brand and the crest of Monaco.

This splendid dial is encased in a 18K white gold brushed case, this sophisticated finish emphasises the hand-engraving work on the dial. Only the case’s edges are polished, bringing out the lines of this fine timepiece. The case-back is hand-engraved with the mention: Pièce Unique Casino de Monte-Carlo.

Moreover, the watch is linked seamlessly by a black alligator leather strap equipped with a 18K white gold folding buckle brings a flawless finishing at this watch.

Brief history of the Casino of Monte-Carlo

Founded by François Blanc, founder of the Société des Bains de Mer and located on the plateau des Spélugues, between the Hôtel de Paris, the Pavillon and the Café de Paris, the Casino de Monte-Carlo was inaugurated in 1863 and marks the beginning of the society life of Monte-Carlo.

Designed by Charles Garnier and in a Belle Époque style architecture, it was refurbished several times and took its current form in 1910.

This new unique timepiece from the Ateliers deMonaco manufacture should certainly meet the expectations of both casino and game lovers.

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The flyback function first appeared in 1936 and since then has become a favourite amongst pilots and sportsmen alike. Incredibly useful when timing short and fast races, the function allows its user to save valuable time while timing an event. By pressing the flyback pusher once, the timing stops at the first interval and resets the hand to zero. The chronograph hand then starts again once the pusher is released.

In keeping with its aim to make complications work easier and better, Ateliers deMonaco’s patented Admiral Chronographe Flyback makes no exception and measures a succession of elapsed times while eliminating many superfluous repetitive operations.

The chronograph’s impressive mechanism is housed in an equally striking 18K rose or white gold envelope.

Aesthetically, the dial is probably the most exceptional feature of the timepiece, adding a true uniqueness from the very first glance.

Indeed, entirely made out of sapphire crystal – an iconic material for high luxury watches – Ateliers deMonaco makes a daring choice to enable people to admire the movement and details of the watch directly through the dial – a true gift for any watch aficionado.

Adorning this fine window into the chronograph’s heart, roman indexes have been skilfully applied to dress the dial as a timeless and refined touch. Over 50 holes had to be delicately pierced into the surface in order to fix the diamond-cut and curved numerals, making the dial evermore exceptional.

Behind this precious exterior, the watch is powered by its own in-house Admiral Chronographe Flyback caliber with a direct “return to zero” mechanism, running at 28800 beats per hour and offering a 38-hour power reserve. Embellished with 32 jewels, hand-decorated bridges and a 22K gold hand-engraved rotor, the timepiece’s core is as precious as its luxurious case.

Every element is fully polished and assembled by hand like a piece of art, hand-crafted to a standard of perfection.

The chronograph is mounted on a hand-stitched alligator leather strap with an 18K gold ardillon buckle to further enhance it classical elegance.

With its refined look, one can easily wear the Admiral Chronographe Flyback – Saphir on a daily basis, shifting swiftly from a polished business look to a stylish afterwork attire.

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Nowadays watches are more than mere time-givers, they can also be a luxurious piece of jewellery and most of all, a day-to-day accessory. A watch can say a lot about its wearer – feminine, elegant or sporty, the object can give a subtle insight into the lifestyle and taste of the lady carrying it around her wrist. In order to bring together the above styles and aiming to please women who enjoy both quality timepieces and a touch of sparkle, Ateliers deMonaco presents the Ronde de Monte-Carlo.

When it comes diamonds, precious stones and noble materials, women and watchmakers carry the same passion. Ateliers deMonaco have created this collection to celebrate this shared fascination for luxury without sacrificing practicality, enabling ladies to find a watch to fit one’s lifestyle.

The Ronde de Monte-Carlo was born in Monaco, the utmost symbol of nobility. Monte-Carlo being the most well-known and prestigious part of Monaco, hundreds of special events such as the Grand prix de Monaco, the Rally de Monte-Carlo or the Ballet de Monte-Carlo are hosted there each year. Inspired by this opulent neighbourhood, Ateliers deMonaco decided to gift its refined ladies’ collection with the Monte-Carlo name.

Elegant and stylish with its round and harmonious case, the Ronde de Monte-Carlo is a classical yet modern timepiece. Although very distinctive and feminine, the design safeguards Ateliers deMonaco’s identity, turning the watch into a timeless treasure.

The stunning model carries an in-house movement with 26 jewels and a hand-graved 22 carats gold rotor and a silicium escape wheel. The bridges are carefully decorated by hand by the manufacture’s skilful watchmakers. The sapphire case-back enables the finesse and sophistication of the movement’s details to be admired. The 18 carats rose or white gold case is brushed, polished, assembled by hand and carries 300 diamonds offering an everlasting shine. Finally, the mother-of-pearl on the dial stands as a token of the brand’s love for grace and exquisite details.

The Ronde de Monte-Carlo’s sophisticated outlook is enhanced by a hand-stitched alligator leather strap adorned by a 18k rose gold or white gold folding buckle.

This emblematic line from the manufacture welcomes five newcomers to the range, offering an option to suit any wishes. Should one be looking for a classical timepiece, the white mother-of-pearl dial model fitted in a rose or white gold case would make an ideal companion for any occasion. Otherwise, for a sporty-chic feel, one should try the blue mother-of-pearl timepiece, a lovely homage to the appealing waters boarding the French Riviera. Finally, should one prefer an elegant yet sparkling watch, then the Ronde de Monte-Carlo set with its 617 diamonds, would make the perfect match.

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On the occasion of the 74th Grand Prix de Monaco, Ateliers deMonaco has created the Tourbillon Ronde d’Or – Grand Prix de Monaco 1966. A unique piece which pays tribute to one of the most important and prestigious automobile events in the world and commemorates the 1966 race. Embodied in this exquisite piece of art, Ateliers deMonaco’s relentless pursuit of excellence is once again expressed though a subtle combination of craftsmanship and complex construction, representing an authentic technical prowess. Doubtless the most striking aspect of this unique timepiece, catching and holding the gaze, is the beautiful multi-layer hand-engraved 18K white solid gold dial representing the poster of the 1966 Grand Prix de Monaco. It features the green BRM driven by Graham Hill chasing John Surtee’s red Ferrari. The scene is set in front of the renown Palace of Monaco. This Classic piece of automobilia captures the essence of the French Riviera and the excitement of the Grand Prix. From years of practice, our master hand-engraver, Bernard Ditzof honed his skills, elevating himself to be one of the very few people in the world that can master such dexterity and method. Indeed, hand engraving is one of the most difficult and most complex work that can be performed on a movement, dial or case. Anyone who has ever watched a hand engraver at work understands the concentration and attention to detail necessary to create such a work of art. A single line must be repeatedly cut to create the correct depth for the engraving. This technique requires a great amount of focus and patience. Should the engraver make one small mistake, the whole piece has to be discarded – perfection is always sought and found. The dial of the Tourbillon Ronde d’Or Grand Prix de Monaco 1966 required an extraordinary 200 hours of work as the engraver delicately wielded the burin to extract life, adding depth and volume to a flat gold surface using a low-relief technique. The hand engraving gives to this watch its own personal touch and makes it a one of a kind creation. Fully respecting the aesthetics of Ateliers deMonaco, this watch is housed in an 18K white gold case of 44mm, a diameter which lets leash the creativity of the brand’s craftsmen. Through the sapphire case back, one can gaze upon the patented Tourbillon XP1 movement, with its comfortable 42-hour power reserve. Embellished with 29-jewel and a hand-engraved 22 carats gold rotor, it runs at a rate of 28,800 beats per hour. The Tourbillon XP1 provides remarkable technical performance and traditional watchmaking know-how with the sapphire tourbillon bridge. The brown alligator leather strap with its 18K white gold folding buckle adds a touch of elegance, which endows this unique piece with its special allure. For more information, please visit our website or feel free to contact us directly. You can e-mail Ms Manon Bussod: MBUSSOD@ATELIERS-DEMONACO.COM

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To truly appreciate the value of each passing instant, one must be able to measure it. True to technical excellence and aesthetic vision, Ateliers deMonaco presents for Baselworld a new exclusive version of its most emblematic model, the Tourbillon Oculus – a masterpiece of precision watchmaking.

The number 1297 of the Tourbillon Oculus pays a tribute to the ascent of the Grimaldi Family in the year 1297. When Francois Grimaldi seized the fortress of Monaco from a rival Italian faction. Disguised as a monk, he successfully led a small army into the fortress. The legacy of his daring victory is recorded on Monaco’s coat of arms, which bears two monks brandishing swords with the lozenge pattern in the middle. The iconic and distinctive form of Ateliers deMonaco.

Reinterpretation and high-innovation are the two words that governed the creation of the Tourbillon Oculus 1297. Characterized by its modern look, with its off-centered dial at 12 o’clock and its dial aperture with the tourbillon at 6 o’clock; this new timepiece is pure perfection.

Within the titanium case of 44mm, a fusion takes place between the technical mastery involved in producing watchmaking complications and the high aesthetic standards and virtuosity required in jewellery making. Indeed, the Tourbillon Oculus 1297 has a beautiful royal blue dial which has been embellished with relief lozenges. This particular enhancement of the dial is made using a 5-axis laser machine, an advanced technology which firstly heats and secondly melts the material to sublime it. The overall finish of the dial gives a voluptuous play of brilliance, which underlines the elegance of the Tourbillon Oculus 1297. Inserted into the upper part of the dial, the hours and minutes counter is a lovely embodiment of classical codes featuring Roman numeral indexes and dauphine shaped hands. The Ateliers deMonaco watchmakers have thus achieved a seamless blend of classicism and modernity in a single watch – offering a timepiece with a highly contrasted and bold design.

Produced and assembled by the Ateliers deMonaco watchmakers in Geneva, the Tourbillon Oculus 1297 is powered by its own in-house patented Tourbillon XP1 movement, which drives the hours, minutes along with the small seconds. With an average tolerance between o-2 seconds per 24 hours this calibre is one of the most accurate tourbillon movement in the world today and bears witness to the Manufacture’s excellence.

The Tourbillon XP1 provides remarkable technical performance and traditional watchmaking know-how with the sapphire tourbillon bridge; the hand engraved 22 carat gold rotor and the silicium escape wheel and lever. The sapphire case back enables the finesse and sophistication of the details of the movement to be observed.

The royal blue alligator leather strap and the titanium-folding buckle add a unique lustre to this exceptional timepiece. The Tourbillon Oculus 1297 also comes with a grey dial fitted either in a rose gold or white gold case. Similar to every masterpiece, each model of the range is limited to only 88 pieces.

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On the occasion of the opening of its new Ateliers in Geneva, Ateliers deMonaco (dMc) has been granted the prestigious “Poinçon de Genève” for its latest new collection “The PdG”. Originally created in 1886 to combat counter fits, the “Poinçon de Genève” is a quality certification of the watch as a whole. Given the strict standards used, the “Poinçon de Genève” is the most demanding signature for quality in fine watchmaking, and only a very few can carry in the Haute Horlogerie. The assessment for the “Poinçon de Genève” is conducted by officially appointed sworn inspectors from TIMELAB : the Geneva Laboratory of Horology and Micro-engineering. As a neutral and independent institution, the very strict rules governing the “Poinçon de Genève” guarantees the provenance and know-how, flawless quality of components, certification to finishing and accuracy, lastly the ultimate seal of quality and craftsmanship. For instance, all parts of the movement, from the main caliber’s plate to the smallest screw, are thus finished according to traditional techniques including polished chamfers, straight-grained sides, smoothed down or leveled faces, polished or circular-grained screw heads with chamfered edges. All the watches produced in Switzerland each year, only a very few bear the “Poinçon de Genève” certification. On top of de “Poinçon de Genève” certification, the new released dMc PdG timepieces also include our latest innovation with the patented “Freebeat” adjustment system. In a conventional regulation system, pins on both side of the hairspring are used to regulate how much it can wind and unwind hence regulating the speed of the balance wheel. By allowing the hairspring to bounce against these pins, in combination to gravity forces, the unfortunate side effect of these collisions is that it interferes with the precision of the movement itself. Our newly patented “Freebeat Regulation System” allows us to regulate the length of the hairspring with an adjustable “crémaillère” (straight bar with teeth on one edge, allowing it to be fixated at different length) obsoleting the need for the pins and thus avoiding the interference! About Ateliers deMonaco Ateliers deMonaco was founded in 2008 to let the next generation watchmakers create timepieces of exceptional quality, with the latest innovation and the rarest, most exquisite and robust materials; to go far beyond what was considered possible. Our dream is one of relentless reinvention and commitment to bring you the extraordinary: we call it Nouvelle Horlogerie! We do this not only by putting something truly exceptional on your wrist but also by ensuring your deMonaco timepiece is more than an object of desire, a true reflection of your individuality. What unites us with our clients is the belief that life is not only about luxury, but luxury sure is life! Visit our website http://www.ateliers-demonaco.com About the “Poinçon de Genève” The “Poinçon de Genève”, the certification label for fine watchmaking, is only of value if the application of all its criteria is controlled. The organizations responsible for overseeing the application of these rules comprise an independently operated legislative body, executive body and judicial body. The supreme entity authorized by the Geneva Council of State is the Foundation Council of TIMELAB : Geneva Laboratory of Horology and Micro engineering. It is the legal body and only guarantor of the “Poinçon de Genève”. The “Poinçon de Genève” Technical Commission serves as its legislative body. Its mission is to define the criteria and update the rules to reflect technological innovations. The “Poinçon de Genève” Office fulfills the role of the executive body. Through its approval, certification and audit units, it constantly oversees the application of the “Poinçon de Genève” criteria throughout every stage in the manufacture of a timepiece. More information on www.poincondegeneve.ch The PdG collection is made in a limited edition of 18 pieces per model, and retails as of CHF 18’500.-

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