Chopard unveils new L'Heure du Diamant jewelry watches and Alpine Eagle models
Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Chopard unveils new additions to its L'Heure du Diamant jewelry watch collection, featuring intricate craftsmanship and luxurious gemstones.
- The collection showcases new case designs, including a cushion-shaped model with a lapis lazuli dial and a round version with a black onyx dial, both adorned with diamonds.
- New Alpine Eagle models are also introduced, including a 41mm watch with a champagne-colored dial and a two-tone version combining steel and gold.
Swiss luxury brand Chopard is showcasing its exquisite craftsmanship with new releases from its L'Heure du Diamant jewelry watch collection. Originally founded on precise pocket watches and chronographs, the brand, now led by the Scheufele family, has evolved into a renowned empire of high jewelry and timepieces, with its jewelry watches embodying the brand's spirit and artistry.
The L'Heure du Diamant collection, first introduced in the 1960s, masterfully blends top-tier gem-setting techniques with Swiss high watchmaking. The latest creations feature enriched geometric case designs. One notable piece is a cushion-shaped watch with a deep blue lapis lazuli dial, its natural inclusions creating a mesmerizing effect reminiscent of a starry night sky. The bezel is precisely set with 3.9 carats of pear-shaped diamonds, and it is paired with a hand-engraved white gold bracelet, a technique passed down through the Scheufele family since the 1960s.
Other highlights include a round model featuring a black onyx dial, with brilliant-cut diamonds marking the 12, 3, 6, and 9 o'clock positions, evoking a celestial scene. This watch's bezel is set with 5.45 carats of brilliant-cut diamonds, offering substantial luxury. The pear-shaped version boasts a warm and elegant mother-of-pearl dial, with its bezel set with 3.6 carats of pear-shaped diamonds. Even the crown is embellished with a 0.03-carat drop-shaped diamond, showcasing meticulous attention to detail.
Additionally, Chopard presents the Heritage 1974 watch, a piece with a vintage charm crafted from ethical 18-karat rose gold and set with 0.96 carats of brilliant-cut diamonds. Its dial features a three-dimensional pattern, and the rose gold bracelet is inspired by archival gold bracelets from the Chopard family's collection, paying homage to the brand's rich watchmaking heritage.
Complementing these luxurious pieces are two new Alpine Eagle men's watches. The Alpine Eagle 41mm model debuts a new "Mountain Glow" champagne-colored dial, inspired by the golden hues of sunset over the Alps. This dial features the collection's signature radiating pattern, echoing the deep gaze of an eagle's iris. The ethical white gold hands, numerals, and hour markers are coated with Grade X1 Super-LumiNovaยฎ for clear readability in all conditions. Another addition is a two-tone Alpine Eagle model, which pairs a Lucent Steelโข case with an ethical 18-karat gold bezel, adding a refined touch to the sporty design.
Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.