The GPHG 2026 nominees in the Calendar and Astronomical Functions category include remarkable pieces like the Audemars Piguet 150 Heritage and Bovet 1822 Récital 31. These watches feature complex calendar systems and astronomical displays, offering collectors a blend of craftsmanship and innovation.
Audemars Piguet 150 Heritage Features
The Audemars Piguet 150 Heritage pocket watch is a masterpiece with 30 complications, featuring a universal calendar on the case back. It displays 18 indications, from moon phases to key global holidays. The platinum case is adorned with engravings of the brand's founders, and the enamel dial adds elegance. Limited to 12 pieces.
What is Unique About the Berneron Quantième Annuel?
The Berneron Quantième Annuel features an annual calendar with a vertical time display and horizontal calendar information. Housed in a platinum case measuring 38 x 11 mm, it features a hand-wound movement with a 5-day power reserve. Available in two versions, each limited to 24 pieces annually, priced at CHF 151,200.
Bovet 1822 Récital 31 Perpetual Calendar
The Bovet 1822 Récital 31 offers a perpetual calendar with a simplified button-correction system. The case back engravings guide the use of each button, and a central retrograde date indicator ensures easy reading. Available in titanium or red gold cases (44 mm), the model offers three dial colors (red, blue, black), each limited to 60 pieces, priced at CHF 102,000.
Christiaan Van Der Klaauw CVDK Venus Annual Calendar Design
This model features a planetarium dial with rotating discs showing the orbits of Venus, Earth, and Moon relative to the Sun. It includes an annual calendar on the outer ring, requiring adjustment every four years. The watch is encased in stainless steel (38 x 11.9 mm) and priced at CHF 32,700.
Krayon Anyday Rose Gold Highlights
The Krayon Anyday features a sapphire disc with a date scale where weekdays and weekends are color-coded, creating a wrist-worn planner. The rose gold case measures 39 x 9.5 mm, and its manually wound movement requires only five adjustments per year. Priced at CHF 98,000.
Parmigiani Fleurier Toric Perpetual Calendar 30th Anniversary
The Parmigiani Fleurier Toric Perpetual Calendar is a refined timepiece featuring calendar information on two counters. The left counter shows the date and day, while the right shows the month and leap year indicator. The rose gold case is 40.6 mm in diameter, with a hand-wound movement offering a 60-hour power reserve. Limited to 30 pieces, priced at CHF 113,000.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price of the Berneron Quantième Annuel?
The Berneron Quantième Annuel is priced at CHF 151,200, with a limited production of 24 pieces per version annually.
How many pieces is the Audemars Piguet 150 Heritage limited to?
The Audemars Piguet 150 Heritage is limited to 12 pieces, making it an exclusive collector's item.
What is the power reserve of the Bovet 1822 Récital 31?
The Bovet 1822 Récital 31 features a perpetual calendar and is available in two case materials, with each model limited to 60 pieces.