BVLGARI | The Power of Diagono, Celebrating 20 Years
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The Power of Diagono, Celebrating 20 Years
This year marks a significant milestone for Bvlgari,Bulgarias its iconic 'Diagono' collection celebrates its 20th anniversary. To commemorate this occasion, a host of new Diagono-related models were unveiled in Switzerland this year. Beyond subtle refinements to the case, bezel, and lugs, ambitious creations like the 'Calibro 303' have also emerged. Bulgari, with its commitment to vertical integration in all aspects of watchmaking as a manufacture, allows us to witness its relentless progress embodied in the powerful Diagono line.
By Aki Nogami
Diagono Calibro 303
Diagono Calibro 303
A new model created to celebrate its 20th anniversary. It features the 'Caliber BL303,' indicating the number of parts. The column-wheel chronographchronographis slimmed down, and needle jump during reset has been eliminated. The three-dimensional dial, with its contrasting finishes, is meticulously polished, as is the flat white gold bezel.
Automatic, Stainless steel case & bracelet x White gold bezel, ¥1,344,000
Diagono Professional Acqua
Diagono Professional Scuba
The high-spec Professional series also arrives with a collection that emphasizes greater detail. The newdiving watchoffers improved legibility, and the rotating bezel with 120 stop points provides a more comfortable user experience. The dial and case back are adorned with beautiful wave patterns, a design tailored to functional needs. Water resistant to 300 meters.
Automatic, Stainless steel case x Black rubber bracelet, ¥598,500
Diagono Tourbillon
Diagono Tourbillon
From the complication models of the 'Diagono' line, which emphasizes its prowess as a watchmaker, comes an in-housetourbillonmodel. Equipped with the BL200. The intricate guilloché patterns and the exhibition case back allow for appreciation of the refined movement.
Manual winding, Platinum case x Black alligator strap, Limited to 30 pieces worldwide, ¥13,650,000
Parentesi
Parentesi
While this year's lineup is primarily focused on the Diagono, Bulgari's heritage as a jeweler shines through in its high jewelry models. 'Parentesi,' a jewelry collection inspired by the cobblestone streets of Rome in the 1970s, sees its contemporary design further explored in its watch iterations.
The pictured piece features a lavish arrangement of diamonds, sapphires, and rubies. Additionally, a diamond-paved model is scheduled for release in June (¥2,058,000).
Left | Quartz, White gold case & bracelet x Diamonds, Price TBC
Center | Quartz, White gold case & bracelet x Diamonds x Rubies, Price TBC
Right | Quartz, White gold case & bracelet x Diamonds x Sapphires, Price TBC
Inquiries | Bulgari Japan tel. 03-6362-0100