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Tribute to the depths of the seas
The Nereide Corallo is far more than just a timepiece – it tells a story that is deeply rooted in the Mediterranean. The natural coloring of the dial is the result of a meticulous selection of genuine coral fragments, making each piece unique. The resistant case combined with a robust tungsten bezel not only gives the watch enormous durability, but also creates an extraordinary symbiosis of traditional art and technical modernity.
Time in its most original form
Anyone who wears a watch with a coral dial is not just wearing an aesthetic accessory – but a fragment of living culture. Every time you look at your wrist, you embark on a silent journey that begins at the bottom of the sea, where corals are formed over centuries, and ends with the skillful hands that create genuine masterpieces from them. The fine grains and color tones on the surface tell of ancient trade routes, centuries-old craft traditions and a deep-rooted connection between man and the sea.
Precision meets history
At the heart of the Corallo beats the SW200-1 caliber from Sellita – an automatic movement that is valued not only for its reliability, but also for its design sophistication. The specially developed rotor is particularly striking: skeletonized, with Côtes de Genève in a radial pattern and finished with 3N gold electroplating. The interplay of light, structure and depth makes it a technical and aesthetic highlight – and a tribute to Venetian heritage.
The red coral – symbol and commodity
The coral trade played a central role in the history of the Mediterranean region. Red coral was particularly sought after – not only because of its intense color, but also because of its symbolic meaning: protection, wealth and prestige. Whether on the coasts of Sardinia, in Tunisia or Spain – the extraction and processing of this unique natural material was an expression of international exchange, craftsmanship and cultural identity for centuries.
A revolution in craftsmanship
In contrast to standardized production methods, this watch uses an elaborate mosaic technique in which the coral fragments are first artfully assembled into a homogeneous block. This method preserves the natural diversity of the structure and emphasizes the individuality of each dial. This is followed by precise cutting using water jet technology to protect the material and achieve flawless results. The crowning touch is an elaborate polishing process that transforms the surface into a high-gloss, elegant finish – comparable to real coral jewelry.
Venice and the gift of the sea
The close connection between Venice and coral has been impressively immortalized in art – above all in the fresco “Neptune presents Venice with the gifts of the sea” by Giambattista Tiepolo. In this allegorical depiction, Neptune symbolically presents the city with coral as a sign of power, prosperity and maritime greatness. This scene testifies to the profound importance of coral for Venetian identity and demonstrates how central the coral trade was to the city’s history.
Between art, nature and innovation
The Nereide Corallo was created in precisely this context – as an expression of centuries-old traditions, as a tribute to the sea and as a symbol of the harmonious combination of nature and technology. It combines mechanical precision with cultural depth and tells a story with every detail that goes far beyond the function of a watch. Each Corallo is a wearable work of art that interweaves past and present – for people who want to keep track of more than just the time.
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