Stone Dials: “The Usual Suspects” Used in Audemars Piguet, Bulgari, and Other Watches

In this episode, Jack Forster and Eleonor Piccioto explore the exquisite world of lapis lazuli, onyx, turquoise, and malachite transformed into breathtaking watch dials. Featuring masterpieces from Audemars Piguet, H. Moser & Cie., Ulysse Nardin, and Bulgari, they discuss the craftsmanship behind these timepieces, the challenges of working with precious stones, and the allure of exotic materials like mother-of-pearl and meteorite dials. Discover how these luxurious elements elevate watch design, blending artistry with mechanical excellence. Please Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@1916company/?sub_confirmation=1 Download the app: https://onelink.to/8u2bgh Buy Watches Here: https://www.the1916company.com View hands-on luxury watch reviews on The 1916 Company Watch Reviews: https://www.youtube.com/@the1916companywatchreviews/?sub_confirmation=1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the1916company 00:00 App Promo 0:29 Intro (The Usual Suspects) 2:36 Lapis Lazuli 9:35 Turquoise 14:42 Onyx 18:22 Malachite 21:10 Gemstone Variation 26:26 Opal 27:45 Mother of Pearl 34:29 Meteorite 37:25 Outro #LuxuryWatches #AudemarsPiguet #WatchCollectors #StoneDials #Watchmaking#watchcollector #finejewelry #the1916company #jackforster