Girard-Perregaux's Laureato Presents Two New Models Adorned With A Thousand Lights

Famed for its intricate arrangement of shapes, the Laureato is familiar to legions of horophiles who appreciate its distinctive design. Now, Girard-Perregaux unveils a watch that unites the model’s legendary look with the world of Métiers d’Art. This timepiece features a bezel set with 32  baguette-cut diamonds (~3 cts), demonstrating the craftsmanship of a master gem-setter. Baguette-cut diamonds require exceptional precision, a challenge met by the custom-designed bezel. Each stone is carefully placed in a channel that accommodates slight variations in size and shape, ensuring perfect alignment. 

The bezel’s height is meticulously calibrated to enhance the diamonds’ brilliance, adding undeniable elegance to the watch. This intricate setting is further refined by the uniquely shaped channel of the Laureato’s octagonal bezel, which subtly widens toward each corner to fit the varying sizes of the stones. Secured using an invisible setting technique, the baguette-cut diamonds are renowned for their remarkable proportions and their extraordinary play of light.