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Parmigiani Toric Anniversaire Collection: A 30-Year Horological Tribute

April 14

Celebrating three decades of exquisite craftsmanship, Parmigiani has unveiled its special Toric Anniversaire watch collection at Watches and Wonders 2026. This release features three exclusive models, each limited to just 30 pieces, embodying the brand's sophisticated vision for dress watches. A hallmark of these celebratory timepieces is their newly designed hand-hammered gold dials, meticulously crafted by individual artisans, ensuring each watch is a unique masterpiece. This artisanal touch creates a dynamic interplay of light and texture, further enhanced by the contrasting flat subdials and finely grooved minute tracks that add considerable visual depth.

The collection showcases a range of complexities, beginning with the elegant Petite Seconde Platinum Anniversaire. This model stands out with its Morning Blue hand-hammered white gold dial, encased in a slender 40.6mm platinum case. Powered by the manual-winding Caliber PF780, it offers a 60-hour power reserve. For those seeking more intricate mechanics, the Quantieme Perpetual Anniversaire presents a rose-gold case with a Bright Peony hammered dial. Its manual Caliber PF733 includes two coaxial subdials for day/date and month/leap year, maximizing information without sacrificing aesthetic clarity. The collection culminates with the Chronographe Rattrapante Anniversaire, featuring a larger 42.5mm platinum case and an Agave Blue hand-hammered white gold dial. This model is driven by the manufacture split-second Caliber PF361, known for its high beat rate and extended power reserve, making it a true marvel of precision engineering.

Each of these distinguished timepieces is complemented by a finely stitched alligator strap, with colors chosen to harmonize with their respective dials. The movements, crafted from rose gold and featuring hand-beveled steel bridges, are openly displayed through sapphire casebacks. The Petite Seconde and Quantieme Perpetual models exhibit classic Clous de Paris hand-guilloché, while the Rattrapante reveals its intricate chronograph mechanism through satin-finished open-worked bridges. These details underscore Parmigiani's dedication to high horology, appealing to discerning collectors who appreciate the subtle yet profound differences between fine, finer, and the finest watchmaking, reinforcing the brand's exclusive and understated luxury appeal.

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