And off we go! Starting today at 6 p.m. Central European Time, bidding will open at the IWC Schaffhausen Internet charity auction: this thrilling auction is for a magnificent unique platinum edition of the Pilot’s Watch UTC Edition Antoine de Saint Exupéry.
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IWC’s traditional auction starts today
On December - 8 - 2008
IWC’s traditional auction
On November - 24 - 2008
The time for IWC’s traditional auction is almost here again! Between 8 and 14 December 2008, the IWC Internet auction offers watch lovers the opportunity to bid for a sumptuous and unique piece. The one and only platinum version of the Pilot’s Watch UTC Edition Antoine de Saint Exupéry, together with a copy of the English edition of the novel “Terre des Hommes” (”Wind, Sand and Stars”) hand-signed by the author, will go under the auctioneer’s virtual hammer.
New Ambassador for Longines
On November - 21 - 2008
Former Tennis superstar Stefanie (known as “Steffi”) Graf is the newest “Ambassador of Elegance” of the Swiss fine watch brand Longines. She therefore joins her husband Andre Agassi, another tennis legend, who became a Longines Ambassador in 2007.
Linguistic diversity for IWC website
On November - 17 - 2008
For ten years now, watch lovers across the world have maintained a friendly link to the Schaffhausen manufactory via the IWC website. To celebrate this anniversary, the watch maker would like to give you a very special present: from today, there is a good chance that you will find about 150 pages on www.iwc.com in your own language. Indeed, you can now browse the site in French, Italian, Spanish, Chinese and Japanese.
Tiffany & Co. to open a store in Berlin, Germany
On September - 23 - 2008
Tiffany & Co., the world-renowned jeweler, today announced plans to open an approximately 1,670-square-foot boutique in Berlin’s KaDeWe department store, in October of 2008. KaDeWe, Germany’s premier destination for luxury shopping, is located at Tauentzienstrasse 21-24, in the city’s most fashionable shopping area.
20th anniversary of the Premier Excenter Perpetual Calendar by Harry Winston
On July - 12 - 2008
To commemorate the 20 year anniversary of the Premier Excenter Perpetual Calendar Harry Winston have produced a limited edition of 20 pieces. The limited edition timepiece is made from platinum and has a unique open dial feature which allows one to see the retrograde mechanism. The dial and material highlights similarities between this limited edition and the original timepiece.
The original Excenter Perpetual Calendar with its innovation design was the pioneering timepiece that established Harry Winston’s identity as a master watchmaker. It was also one of the first timepieces to introduce and popularize retrograde indicators.
Vacheron Constantin opens a second exclusive boutique in Hong Kong
On July - 10 - 2008
The world’s most famous watch manufacturer with over 250 years of uninterrupted history, Vacheron Constantin opened its second exclusive boutique in Hong Kong. Following the opening of the first exclusive Vacheron Constantin boutique in Hong Kong in May 2004 at Ocean Terminal in Kowloon, the brand has just opened its second, at Lee Theatre Plaza, 99 Percival Street on prestigious Causeway Bay Avenue, which marks the brand’s 10th in China, and the 18th worldwide.
Severin Wunderman, Chairman and Owner of Corum Dies after 50 Years of Watchmaking History.
On July - 5 - 2008
Severin Wunderman died at the age of 69 at his vacation home in Nice resulting from a severe stroke. The owner of Corum since 2000, Severin revitalized and re- established the Corum Brand with his creativity and ingenuity. Severin was a man of the Arts and Culture whose personality and charisma influenced his innovative designs which elevated him to an Icon in the watchmaking industry.
Severin Wunderman, Chairman and Owner of Corum Dies After 50 Years of Watchmaking History.
On June - 27 - 2008
Severin Wunderman died at the age of 69 at his vacation home in Nice resulting from a severe stroke. The owner of Corum since 2000, Severin revitalized and re- established the Corum Brand with his creativity and ingenuity. Severin was a man of the Arts and Culture whose personality and charisma influenced his innovative designs which elevated him to an Icon in the watchmaking industry.
Tiffany & Co. To Open A Store In Qingdao, China
On June - 15 - 2008
Tiffany & Co. today announced plans for a July 2008 opening of a store in the coastal city of Qingdao, China. The approximately 2,000-square-foot store will open in Hisense Plaza, the city’s premier destination for luxury shopping, located at 117, Ao Men Road, in the Shi Nan District. Qingdao is famous as a summer resort, with a strong cultural heritage and scenic setting.
The Big Bang starts the countdown to “Euro 08”
On June - 8 - 2008
Just over a year after announcing its partnership with UEFA EURO 2008 which heralded the entry into the world of football of the first brand of luxury watches! Hublot is getting ready to experience the European championship “live”. The contribution of the watchmaking company to football has provided it with numerous opportunities, and many personalities in this sport have been able to get to know the brand, which is progressing in their field. Many synergies and an increased creativity have arisen from these contacts.
IWC SCHAFFHAUSEN IS THE RIGHT FIT FOR MR. BIG
On June - 7 - 2008
IWC Schaffhausen proved to be the perfect fit for the men of the new hit “Sex and the City.” Not only did the infamous Mr Big, played by Chris Noth wear the timelessly elegant Portofino Automatic in the entire film, but Smith Jared, played by Jason Lewis, was shown as the face of a fictional IWC advertising campaign.
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Tiffany to Open Two New Men’s Boutiques in Osaka and Tokyo in Spring 2008
On January - 24 - 2008
Tiffany & Co. today announced plans to open two new boutiques under the name “Tiffany & Co. The Men’s Store,” in the Hankyu Department Store men’s building in Osaka (7-10 Kakuda-cho Kita-ku) in February; and in Roppongi Hills in Tokyo (6-10-3 Roppongi Minato-ku) in April.
Aber Diamond Corp. to list on NY Stock Exchange on Nov. 19 under new name of Harry Winston Diamond Corp.
On November - 1 - 2007
NEW YORK, Nov. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - Aber Diamond Corporation today announced that the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) has approved Aber’s application to list its common stock on NYSE under the new name Harry Winston Diamond Corporation. The company anticipates that, subject to listing compliance requirements, its common stock will begin trading on the NYSE under the new symbol “HWD” on November 19, 2007. Until that date, the company’s shares will continue to trade on NASDAQ under the symbol “ABER.”
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Jaeger-LeCoultre inaugurates its Heritage Gallery Watchmaking history showcased
On October - 9 - 2007
On October 4, 2007 and on the eve of its 175th anniversary, Jaeger-LeCoultre welcomed friends of the brand from around the world to inaugurate its Heritage Gallery, located in the original workshop of founder Antoine LeCoultre. The intimate evening began with a warm address by Jérôme Lambert, Jaeger-LeCoultre CEO, followed by a show of lights and pictures of the Manufacture since its founding projected onto the façade of the historic building.
