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The new and unique Tourbillon Casino de Monte-carlo

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.

Ateliers deMonaco: L’Admiral Chronographe Flyback Armure by Guide Montre

Une nouvelle montre, issue du désir de la marque Ateliers deMonaco, d’innover et de travailler avec la technologie de pointe.

 

Inspirée par l’armure du « Chevalier en Armure » du sceau de Monaco, l’Admiral Chronographe Flyback des Ateliers deMonaco présente une caractéristique particulière. Le boîtier de 42 mm est traité avec un procédé appelé Armure qui permet à l’acier d’être environ cinq fois plus résistant aux rayures que l’acier ordinaire.

Le traitement Armure n’est pas un revêtement. Il s’agit d’un processus chimique de diffusion de carbone à basse température qui durcit la surface de l’acier. L’acier standard est normalement d’environ 220 HV (Dureté Vickers – une unité de mesure quantitative de la dureté des métaux). Après le traitement Armure, l’acier peut mesurer jusqu’à 1 200 HV.

Tout en respectant la tradition et le savoir-faire horloger, les montres Admiral Chronographe Flyback Armure sont alimentées par le calibre breveté chronographe flyback dMc-760. Ce dernier est développé, fabriqué et assemblé dans la manufacture de la marque à Plan-les-Ouates, en Suisse. Ce mouvement est embelli par un rotor en or 22K gravé avec le motif des armoiries de la Principauté de Monaco.


Deux nouvelles montres constituent la nouvelle ligne Armure, la première est dotée d’un boîtier en acier inoxydable entièrement poli et d’un joli cadran en saphir décoré de chiffres romains appliqués et polis. Une légère touche de bleu est ajoutée aux aiguilles des secondes et des minutes du chronographe. Et ajoutant la touche finale parfaite à la montre, un superbe bracelet orné d’une délicate couture bleue cousue à la main.

Le deuxième modèle dispose, quant à lui, d’un boîtier en acier inoxydable traité avec du DLC noir, donnant ainsi à la montre une note très masculine et sportive. Un style accentué par les aiguilles rouges du chronographe et les surpiqûres du bracelet.

La collection Admiral Chronographe Flyback a été lancée pour la première fois en 2015 avec quatre modèles classiques très élégants, l’année suivante, la collection a été enrichie de deux modèles avec un cadran en saphir apportant une touche de modernité à la collection. Avec cet ajout de boîte en acier inoxydable, cette ligne acquiert une apparence nouvelle et relaxante offrant une allure décontractée.

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Baselworld 2017 – Ateliers deMonaco launches two new timepieces: La Sirène Diamant & La Sirène Rubis

In 2009, Ateliers deMonaco created La Sirène inspired by Princess Charlene of Monaco. This timepiece celebrated Ateliers deMonaco’s first entry in high jewellery segment. For the design of the dial, the brand used the King Protea pattern which is the national flower of South-Africa – home country of Princess Charlene. This first timepiece featured light blue topaz stones reminiscent of the colour of the princess’ eyes.

Eight years after the creation of this beautiful timepiece, and especially for Baselworld 2017, Ateliers deMonaco decided to enrich La Sirène collection with two new models: La Sirène Diamant & La Sirène Rubis.

La Sirène timepieces are powered by the in-house automatic dMc-700 calibre which is wound by a 22K solid gold rotor engraved with the shield of the Principality of Monaco. These watches have a power reserve of 42 hours and have a frequency of 28’800 beats per hour. Fully respecting the Ateliers deMonaco aesthetics, these calibres are housed in an 18K white gold case of 39mm diameter. As a final touch, the decorations of each components are executed with precision and passion.

La Sirène Diamant

Entirely decorated with G – Top Wesselton diamonds, the colour and the brightness of this timepiece resembles the purity of the woman’s soul. Shrouded in a case set with 297 diamonds, a bezel set with 300 diamonds and a crown set with 20 diamonds; it’s a pure marvel.

A delicate artwork was created on the 18K solid gold dial which is adorned with 120 diamonds set in a flower pattern. The centre dial features a white mother-of-pearl which reflects the light and makes the watch even more feminine.

When the first La Sirène Diamant watch was produced, our research & development team came up with the idea of creating something even more impressive: La Sirène Rubis.

La Sirène Rubis

Considered by many as the most powerful stone, it exudes energy, courage and love. Qualities emanating from every woman. Resilient and inspiring, ruby is the true colour of a women’s heart.

La Sirène Rubis is decorated with three different stones: the Ruby, the Sapphire and the Diamond, which give impression of a red rainbow. The bezel is set with 16 baguette cut rubies, 28 baguette cut sapphires and 2 baguette cut diamonds. Following the same colour shading, the dial embraces 24 rubies, 21 sapphires and 3 diamonds set in flower pattern. In order to highlight this masterpiece, the crown is decorated with one ruby and the strap is as red as the ruby stones.

Ateliers deMonaco is continuously thriving to create iconic timepieces that are derived from passion to challenge existing convention to leave a true legacy.

 

Ateliers deMonaco opens its first boutique in the Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo in Monaco.

Ateliers deMonaco is back where it all began, the brand’s first boutique opened its doors early 2017 in the heart of the Principality of Monaco.

Ateliers deMonaco was founded in 2008 with the intention of creating highly intricate complications using the noblest materials. Historically, the Ateliers deMonaco manufacture and headquarters were based in the Palais de la Scala in Monaco. In 2015, in order to bear the prestigious Geneva Seal certification the brand moved to Geneva, Switzerland.

The first Ateliers deMonaco boutique is located in the Salon Bouderie of the prestigious Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo. The watch manufacturer showcases its most beautiful timepieces offering a unique experience to its clients.
The Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo has been chosen by the brand because of its history and beauty. It is the symbol of glamour, tranquillity and harmony. Located in Monaco’s renowned and lively centre, amongst the Casino de Monte-Carlo and the Hôtel de Paris, it sits in the very core of the city’s sophisticated lifestyle.

Fine watchmaking lovers have the opportunity to discover and try on the latest Ateliers deMonaco timepieces in a discreet atmosphere. The Poinçon de Genève, the Admiral Chronographe Flyback, the Ronde de Monte-Carlo, the Quantième Perpétuel, the Tourbillon and the Tourbillon Répétition Minute lines are all displayed and ready to be discovered by watch aficionados and globe trotters alike.

We are pleased to welcome you in our boutique between 9AM and 6PM where our Ateliers deMonaco representative will have the pleasure to present you our timepieces.
Do not hesitate to contact Mrs Naira Manoukian to set a private appointment at [email protected]

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Wrapping up Monaco Yacht Show 2010

During this year’s Monaco Yacht Show, Ateliers deMonaco has had a very busy and fruitful week in de Port Palace Hotel, across from the Marina, the legendary Rock and its Princely Palace, in the heart of Monte Carlo.  The hotel not only has a stunning views over the Mediterranean sea, but is also housing the Michelin star awarded Mandarine restaurant with its large roof terrace with a breathtaking view on the harbor and its mega yachts. It is in this inspirational location we were fortunate enough to receive our guests and clients.

Ateliers deMonaco display in the Palace Port Hotel Monte Carlo
Ateliers deMonaco display in the Palace Port Hotel Monte Carlo
It was also great that Master Horlogier Pim Koeslag and Chief Engineer Manuel da Silva Matos had the opportunity to exchange some of our secret “recipes” with Chef Patrick Raingeard of the Mandarine. Just in case Michelin stars will ever be awarded to watches…..

Chef Patrick Raingeard in between Manuel & Pim
Chef Patrick Raingeard in between Manuel & Pim

Thanks to our friends at Edmiston for their help and cooperation and we hope we will further develop many activities in the future!

Manuel & Pim
Manuel & Pim