Watches And Wonders 2024: Montblanc 1858 0 Oxygen Capsule Collection Replicates The Mystique Of Emerald Icebergs With Three Exceptional Timepieces
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Nature's wonders have long fueled human curiosity. Among these mysteries are the captivating emerald icebergs found in the glacial Southern Ocean surrounding Antarctica. Unlike their typical white or blue counterparts, these green giants hold a unique secret. Inspired by this rare occurrence, Montblanc unveils its new 1858 0 Oxygen capsule collection at Watches and Wonders 2024, a trio of timepieces in green glacier pattern dials.
The Enigmatic Emerald
Emerald icebergs, also known as jade bergs, stand out for their mesmerizing deep green hue. However, the origin of the emerald icebergs remained a puzzle for scientists until recent discoveries. Research has revealed the key factors contributing to this captivating green color. An interplay between the blue glacial ice and the yellow-red dust, carried up from the bedrock below Antarctica, creates the stunning emerald green color that graces these icebergs and now adorns the dials of the Montblanc 1858 0 Oxygen collection.
Capturing the Glacier's Essence
The Montblanc 1858 0 Oxygen Capsule Collection presented at Watches and Wonders 2024 offers three exceptional timepieces, each equipped with the brand's innovative zero oxygen technology and the captivating green sfumato glacier dial. The timepieces a captivating green sfumato glacier-patterned dial, achieved through an age-old Italian method. To achieve the glacier pattern, Montblanc's artisans embark on a time-consuming process, requiring over 20 steps and four times longer than a standard dial.
Innovation for Extreme Environments
The Montblanc 1858 0 Oxygen collection revealed at Watches And Wonders 2024 joins the brand's prestigious line of "Zero Oxygen" watches, specifically designed for explorers facing harsh environments. The absence of oxygen within the case eliminates the risk of fogging while simultaneously preventing oxidation and ensuring long-lasting precision.
The 1858 0 Oxygen Collection: A Closer Look
- Montblanc 1858 Geosphere 0 Oxygen
This model boasts the MB 29.25 automatic movement with a worldtime complication, featuring rotating northern and southern hemisphere globes, a 24-hour scale, day/night indicators, dual time display and a date function. The 42mm stainless steel case houses the intricate dial and is complemented by a green anodized aluminum bezel with luminescent markings.
- Montblanc 1858 Automatic Chronograph 0 Oxygen
This 42mm stainless steel timepiece features the MB 25.13 automatic chronograph movement with a 48-hour power reserve. The bi-compax chronograph layout adorns the green sfumato dial, featuring black sub-dials for chronograph functions and a central chronograph seconds hand. A black ceramic bezel with luminescent markings completes the design.
- Montblanc 1858 Automatic Date 0 Oxygen
The most compact of the three at 41mm, this model is powered by the MB 24.17 automatic movement with a 38-hour power reserve. It features a fixed black ceramic bezel and an engraved caseback depicting the Mont Blanc mountain, cardinal points, and crossed ice picks, a signature element of the 1858 collection.
The Montblanc 1858 0 Oxygen collection introduced at Watches And Wonders 2024 transcends mere timekeeping, offering a captivating tribute to the natural world's wonders and the spirit of exploration.
