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Backes & Strauss invites you to discover the majesty of these new bejewelled timepieces. These unique pieces, once again, illustrate the Meeting of Masters, where the master diamond polisher and setter, as well as the master watchmaker, combine their passion for mathematical precision to create masterpieces both inside and out.

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bespoke services

As Masters of the ultimate bespoke timepiece, whether it’s to celebrate a milestone or to make an exceptional watch that emulates individuality, Backes & Strauss is honoured to accompany its clients in their pursuit of owning a unique masterpiece.

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 The World’s oldest diamond company

Established in 1789 in Hanau, Germany, we are the world’s oldest diamond company with a wealth of heritage and know-how. Today, Backes & Strauss is part of the Franck Muller group, a Swiss watchmaking company daring to imagine the future of precision Swiss horology. Our partnership is a meeting of masters, resulting in masterpieces of horology in every detail.

As we celebrate our 236th anniversary this year, our mission remains to be the quintessential jewellery timepiece creator, all the while staying true to our four core values; excellence, beauty, innovation and sustainability.

Vartkess Knadjian, CEO of the Oldest Diamonds Company since 1789

Vartkess Knadjian, CEO

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Backes & Strauss timepieces are only distributed through our exclusive boutiques and authorised retailers. This guarantees the authenticity of your watch and ensures customers have the best experience within our stores.

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