royal collection
As the quintessential British timepiece creator, it is no surprise that aristocratic links course through the DNA of Backes & Strauss and its diamond-set watches. British royal heritage has long played muse to Backes & Strauss’ extraordinary and luxurious watches, to which its Royal collection rightly pledges allegiance.
The Piccadilly 45 King Tourbillon marks the third generation of Backes & Strauss tourbillon timepieces. The bespoke tourbillon made for this series, which is visible from the cut away dial, is decorated by Backes & Strauss’ signature arrows motif, inspired by the Hearts & Arrows pattern visible when viewing an Ideal Cut diamond with a special loupe.
In a constant endeavour to achieve new horological heights all the while staying true to its jewellery know- how, Backes & Strauss is proud to present its very first double peripheral automatic tourbillon timepiece. The Duke houses a winding system of which the rotor, which can be seen in the open back case, turns around the movement. The bridge of the tourbillon – much to all Backes & Strauss aficionados’ delight – is exaltingly set with 208 white Ideal Cut diamonds.
The Berkeley 43 King Tourbillon marks the third generation of Backes & Strauss tourbillon timepieces. The bespoke tourbillon made for this series, which is visible from the cut away dial, is decorated by Backes & Strauss’ signature arrows motif, inspired by the Hearts & Arrows pattern visible when viewing an Ideal Cut diamond with a special loupe.
Heralding the majesty of the Backes & Strauss The Regent Prince is a true masterpiece. This illustrious horological jewel is adorned with 535 diamonds weighing 21.42cts and boasts 504 bespoke baguette cut diamonds, that are invisibly set, by hand. Requiring the skill of the Master craftsmen, the invisible setting of these diamonds epitomises the essence of Backes & Strauss.
Heralding the majesty of the Backes & Strauss the Piccadilly Prince is a true masterpiece. This illustrious horological jewel is adorned with 265 diamonds weighing 18.45cts and boasts 264 bespoke baguette cut diamonds on the dial, that are invisibly set by hand. Requiring the skill of the Master craftsmen, the invisible setting of these diamonds epitomises the essence of Backes & Strauss.
Heralding the majesty of the Backes & Strauss the Berkeley Prince 43 is an exceptional masterpiece. This illustrious horological jewel is adorned with 295 diamonds weighing 21.11cts and boasts 264 bespoke cut baguette diamonds. Requiring the skill of the master craftsmen, the invisible setting of these diamonds epitomises the essence of Backes & Strauss. With each diamond being hand- selected, hand-polished and carefully set to flawless perfection, Backes & Strauss offers an ode to the luxury of time.
Exquisite. Unique. Timeless. The Regent Monarch 4047 Diamond Three Row is a luxury watch like no other. Set with a sublime total of 1090 Ideal Cut diamonds each hand-set into the dial and case, weighing 7.34cts, this scintillating timepiece is the fruit of unrivalled craftsmanship and hundreds of hours of unfaltering precision.
A beautiful piece of jewellery, designed and crafted by Master Craftsmen. The unique skills of the watch maker, diamond polisher and jeweller have combined to create a fluid, strong, flexible, hand-crafted timepiece with a unique bracelet making it a true masterpiece of engineering.
Blurring the lines between timekeeper and jewel, the bracelet of the Duchess features links, which are individually made by hand, and every Ideal Cut diamond is meticulously hand-set, a trademark of Backes & Strauss.
Blurring the lines between timekeeper and jewel, the bracelet of the Duchess features links, which are individually made by hand, and every Ideal Cut diamond is meticulously hand-set, a trademark of Backes & Strauss.
A beautiful piece of jewellery, designed and crafted by Master Craftsmen. The unique skills of the watch maker, diamond polisher and jeweller have combined to create a fluid, strong, flexible hand crafted masterpiece. The bracelet is a true masterpiece of engineering. Each link is hand-made, and each diamond is hand-set, then joined together with the same preciseness and skill that goes to produce a Backes & Strauss watch. This elaborate yet simple design, reminiscent of Backes & Strauss jewellery from the Victorian age has been restyled in a totally modern and practical way to enhance the glamour, strength and beauty of this Royal.
Regency England was when London was at its most elegant and most decadent, most stylish and most radical. These timekeeping jewels from Backes & Strauss celebrate this era with the Piccadilly Baguette Red Rose. The Piccadilly Baguette Red Rose is crafted in 18kt rose gold with 12 bespoke rubies. These numerals are hand set amongst the best quality ideal cut round brilliant diamonds.