Glossary

Colour

A gemstone is most often chosen for its colour.
The diamond has its own internationally recognized colour grading scale, defined by professional bodies. The GIA scale (Gemological Institute of America) begins at D which corresponds to exceptional white under the old French grading system (CIBJO).

Perimeter

Haute Horlogerie Perimeter

Which are the features of a Fine Watch? Learn about the criterias of Fine Watchmaking.

HH Magazine News

A new record for Rolex at auction

17 May 2013

While Patek Philippe again claimed the most valuable lot at the spring auction session in Geneva, Rolex confirmed its as…

Swatch Sistem51: Just How Far will the Revolution Go?

16 May 2013

Sistem51, the new Swatch self-winding mechanical movement, is to be assembled and adjusted entirely by machine. This gro…