PARMIGIANI 2013 Christmas Pick @ Tonda 1950 Stone-set Mother of Pear

 Tonda 1950 Stone-set Mother of Pearl  is definitely one of the best Christmas picks. It is  exquisitely precious and delicate, Tahitian mother of pearl adorns the latest extra-flat stone-set model from Parmigiani Fleurier. The very embodiment of luxury, the Tonda 1950 has entered a new dimension in terms of refinement. This beautifully feminine model is a rare piece. These stone-set timepieces in rose or white gold will appeal to discerning women with a keen eye for detail. The Tonda 1950 stone-set model features no fewer than 84 brilliant cut diamonds, perfectly integrated in the bezel. Equipped with an extra-flat automatic movement with 29 jewels, housed inside a 39-millimetre case, the Manufacture model is a marvel of scaled-down elegance. Modern yet discreet, the latest addition to the Tonda 1950 collection is a stunning representation of the Brand's codes. Its iconic tear-drop horns and sleek, feminine profile are guaranteed to turn heads. The most striking feature is its dial, which is made from a fine layer of mother of pearl. Unlike the reflective properties of more common materials, mother of pearl is characterised by its iridescent sheen and its ability to breathe life into any surface it adorns. Synonymous with prestige, this noble material is obtained from the most beautiful pearls carefully selected by the manufacture. The dial is available in two very different shades:

Tahitian grey mother of pearl or white mother of pearl, which imparts a sublime depth to the entire piece. Whatever your preference, the dial of the Tonda 1950 stone-set mother of pearl perfectly matches the rose or white gold of the watch's case. Its delicacy is further underlined by its restrained delta hands and the applique indexes which reflect the silvery tones of the dial and ensure excellent readability.

Available with a choice of four elegant Hermès straps, depending on the colour of the mother of pearl and the case. For the white gold version, the purity of the mother of pearl is beautifully complemented by a sultry ember-red Hermès strap, while the Tahitian grey mother of pearl provides a stunning contrast with the chic white calfskin strap. The stone-set rose gold version boasts a fresh look, twinning an elephant-grey strap with the Tahitian mother of pearl, while the white mother of pearl version is matched with a Hermès crocodile strap in "ficelle", a stylish beige which is a signature of the Brand. With an autonomy of 42 hours, the PF 701 automatic movement is driven by a micro-oscillating weight in intricately decorated platinum. With 145 components, this movement features some of the finest Haute Horlogerie finishes, masterfully accomplished by Parmigiani Fleurier thanks to its independent, verticalised watchmaking centre. The exquisite Côtes de Genève is instantly recognisable on the back of the movement, where the bridges are decorated and bevelled in line with the purest horological traditions. Parmigiani Fleurier brings together technical skill and artistry in a timepiece which is both classic and contemporary. The Tonda 1950 stone-set mother of pearl model is yet another expression of Parmigiani Fleurier's boundless expertise and creativity. A seamless addition to the Tonda 1950 line, which has been hugely successful since its launch in 2011, this discreet, elegant model is resolutely of its time and surely set to capture many hearts….