Tomorrow’s Heirlooms
June - July 2011
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master II 44 mm Steel and Everose gold case Self-winding, programmable regatta countdown
BReitling Transocean Chronograph Caliber 01 43 mm Steel case and woven steel bracelet Limited edition $7,700
Raymond Weil Parsifal 41.4 mm 18K pink gold and steel case Black full-skin alligator strap $3,895
VacheRon constantin Contemporaine Perpetual Calendar 41 mm 18K pink gold Energy mechanical, self-winding Brown hand-stitched, saddle-finished, large square-scaled alligator leather $67,500
cartIEr Calibre de Cartier 42 mm Stainless steel case 18K pink gold bezel $11,200
PatEk PHILLIPE 5270 Perpetual Calendar Chronograph 41 mm 18K white gold Silver opaline dial $155,000 (estimated retail price)
Harry WINstoN Rosebud 6.9 total carat weight 16 baguette cut diamonds (1.8 carats) 26 pear cut diamonds (2.9 carats) 167 brilliant cut diamonds (2.2 carats) Can also be worn as a pendant or brooch $81,900
GUccI G Frame Collection, Square Version Black technologic satin strap with ardillon buckle, 18K yellow gold case Black dial with three diamonds $2,750
FOR MANY WATCH ENTHUSIASTS, it’s the complication and material that make a timepiece a must-own. Those criteria, or a variation therein, are then used to create a well-rounded watch collection. But what if you had to choose a special, single piece to launch a family tradition? The notion of passing a timepiece on to your progeny, knowing that it will be passed on again and again, can evoke powerful feelings-and you’ll want to choose something that deserves such an honor.
Some might select a classic look that will stand the test of time; for others, the reputation of a brand known for its quality will be integral. Or, quite simply, sentimental value may elevate one piece above all others.
Here are some excellent choices from this year, each worthy of future generations.
