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A Tradition of Excellence
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Established in 1871 in Pforzheim, Germany
More than a hundred years of knowledgeand experience in the crafting andmanufacturing of precious metals
Built on the principles of Excellence indesign, Quality in standards
Offers an exclusive variety of productsranging from classic to contemporary styles
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Manufacturing Excellence
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Exclusive and brilliant timepiecesmanufactured in accordance with Swiss
watchmaking traditions and standards
Gems and precious metals chosenand crafted into jewellery based onguidelines set by premier jewellery
institutions
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WATCHES
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A watch is not as simple
as you think!
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Parts
Style
Complications
MovementsAssembly
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PARTS
Band/strap
Dial
Hands
Crown
CabochonCrown
Crystal
Case
Aperture
Pusher
Bezel
Sub-dials
Buckle
OPTIMA
ULYSSESPREMIER
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WATCH PARTS
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Case the metal encasing the bezel and face- Plastic- Resin- Stainless steel- PVD- Gold-plated metal 14K/18K
- Titanium
- Tantalum
- Palladium
- Gold
- Platinum
Precious metal
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WATCH PARTS
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Bezel the surface ringon the watch and holdsthe crystal in place
Crystal the cover thatprotects the watchs face
- Plastic
- Mineral
- Sapphire
- Doomed Sapphire
- Sapphire Glass withAnti-Reflective Coating
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WATCH PARTS
Dial the watchs face where numerals,indices and surface design are usually set
Sub-dial the smaller register sets in themain dial of a watch face
Aperture A window set in a watch dial thatdisplays a function of a watch, most often than
not would be the calendar date, weekday ormonth.
- Mother of Pearl- Guilloche- Skeleton
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WATCH PARTS
Hands the pointing devicesanchored at the center of the dialand circling around to indicatehours, minutes, seconds and any
other special feature of the watch- Normal- Luminous- Blue-Steeled
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WATCH PARTS
Crown a knob that isusedto set the time, date, etc
Cabochon Crown a roundsemi-precious stone of syntheticmaterial fitted into the watchscrown as an ornament
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WATCH PARTS
Band/Strap/Bracelet holds thewatch to the wrist
- Cloth- Rubber- Metal- Genuine Leather
Pusher A knob that is usuallyfound on the upper or powerright side of a watch that isused to control any additionalfunction of a watch
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WATCH PARTS
Buckle/Clasp the latching mechanismthat connects the two ends of the watchbracelet around the wrist
- Standard- Folding- Butterfly
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WATCH STYLES
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Classic
- Versatile
- Can be worn onalmost any occasion
- Rarely goes out of style
- Simple designs characterizedby round cases, leather strapsand gold, silver-toned or
stainless steel bracelets
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WATCH STYLES
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Dress
- Often comes with jewelaccents
- Displays an elegant look
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WATCH STYLES
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Sports
- Designed for athletes and peoplewith an active outdoor lifestyle
- Has specific functional featuresthat dont compromise style
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WATCH STYLESFashion
- Reflective of current fads
- Designer-styled andbranded
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WATCH STYLES
- State-of-the-Art technology such as GlobalPositioning Satellite (GPRS) capabilities,
digital cameras, Bluetooth connectivity andPersonal Digital Assistant (PDA).
High Tech
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WATCH COMPLICATIONSRefers to any feature beyond thestandard time display of hours,minutes and seconds. Additionssuch as the date display on yourwatch are considered acomplication.
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WATCH COMPLICATIONSBasic Complications
Day & Date
2nd Time ZoneChronograph
Retrograde
Alarm
Moon Phase
Power Reserve
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WATCH COMPLICATIONSGrand Complications
Perpetual Calendar
A calendar that automatically accounts for the varyingnumber of days in each month and in leap years. With afew rare exceptions, this complication must be adjusted forsecular years; the next secular years are 2100 and 2200.
Repeater
A watch that tells the time audibly by the mechanismoperated by a push-piece or alike. There are various types ofrepeaters that can strike the hours, quarter hours, fiveminutes and/or every minute, either automatically or whenthe push-piece is pressed down.
Tourbillon
A device invented to eliminate the errors of rate verticalpositions. It consists of a mobile carriage or cage carrying allthe parts of the escapement, with the balance in the centre. Thecage usually makes one revolution per minute.
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WATCH MOVEMENT
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Timekeeping mechanism
Integrated with an energy source anda display, it makes watches tell time
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WATCH MOVEMENTQuartz
Powered by batteryWorks with a series of tinyelectronic components fittedtogether behind a watchs face
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WATCH MOVEMENTMechanical
Powered by manual winding
Made up of gears & springs thatwork together
Automatic mechanical movement marksthe passage of time through a series ofgear mechanisms that are wound by the
movement of the wrist
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WATCH MOVEMENTSolar
Powered by electricity converted fromnatural and artificial light
Made with solar panels and sometimescomes with rechargeable batteries
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WATCH MOVEMENT
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Kinetic
Innovative movement of micro-electronics
that responds to the movements of thewrist, maintaining quartz accuracy
The watch sleeps if not worn for
72 hours, but wakes up when
shaken and immediately returnsto the correct time
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WATCH MOVEMENT
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Bernhard H. Mayer uses 2 of the Top
Swiss Movement suppliers in the industry
ETA
Swiss producer of quartzmovements, hand wound
movements and mechanicalmovements powered byself-winding mechanisms.
Ronda
A traditional Swiss provides electronicmovements in wristwatches all overthe world following an efficient qualitysystem that is ISO 9001 certified.
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DID YOU KNOW THAT?
Jewels
- Synthetic sapphires or rubies- Bearings for gears in movements
A simple mechanical watch shouldinclude at least 15 jewels
Greater complicationsrequire more jewels
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- Reduce friction and maximisesaccuracy and durability
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WATCH ASSEMBLYSWISS MADE
Refers to the technicalquality of watches
Refers to the aesthetic qualityof watches
Covers both traditional manufacturingand new technologies
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- Accuracy- Reliability
- water resistance- Shock resistance
- Elegance
- Originality of Design
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- its movement is cased up inSwitzerland
WATCH MOVEMENT
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SWISS LAW
A watch can only be consideredSwiss made if:
- the manufacturer carries out the
final inspection in Switzerland
- its movement is Swiss
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WATCH MOVEMENTSWISS MADE
A watch movement can onlybe considered Swiss if:
- it has been assembled in
Switzerland- it has been inspected by themanufacturer in Switzerland
- the components of Swissmanufacture account for at least50% of the total value, withouttaking into account the cost ofassembly
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Bernhard H. Mayer
Swiss Watches
Swiss MadeSwiss Movements ETA / RondaSwiss QualitySwiss Design
High grade surgical steel cases
Handmade dials
Butterfly/folding bucklesSapphire crystal +Anti-reflective coating
Genuine leather straps
We use:
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WATCH CARE
Care for the Crystal ( Avoid Scratching )
-It is better to store or wrap it in a soft cloth before placing it down-Even sapphire crystals can be scratched.
Sports ( Intense sports may ruin the watch movements )
- It is not recommended that you wear an automatic or manualwinding timepiece while golfing or playing tennis as the impactcould ruin the movement.
Watch Cleaning ( Use soft cloth )
- Using a soft cloth is ideal for removing smudges and
fingerprints from the case and crystal glass cover.
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Note: The watch movements and casing are water resistant .Howeverleather straps are sensitive to water therefore it is recommended to avoidwater contact with your watch.
WATCH CARE
Water Resistance ( Dont wear your watch in theshower )
- Keep in mind though that prolonged exposure to hotwater such as from a shower or a hot tub can cause thegaskets to expand and contract, leading to water
entering the case.
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Care for Leather Straps ( Clean the leather )
- Genuine leather will gradually deteriorate withconstant exposure to perspiration.
- Salt residue and soil can be removed from leather bycleaning it with a dampened soft cloth and mild soap(or saddle soap, which is special leather soap).
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JEWELLERY
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JEWELLERY COMPONENTS
Precious Metals
- Silver
- Gold
- Platinum- Titanium
- Palladium
Diamond
Pearls
Gemstones
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PRECIOUS METALS
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Platinum
the heaviest of the precious metals 15x more rare than gold
50x more rare than silver 10 tons of ore are needed to
produce every ounce of platinum
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PRECIOUS METALSGold
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world's most ancient and mostcoveted metal
represents wealth and power comes in yellow, white, rose (or
pink) and many other colours
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is now the most plentiful of the preciousjewellery metals
pure silver or 999 is the whitest of allmetals
sterling or 925 is the most commonlyused form
PRECIOUS METALSSilver
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A lustruous, silver-grey metallicelement
It has the strength of steel yetlightweight like aluminum
Resistant to corrosion salt water,sea air and certain acids
PRECIOUS METALSTitanium
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A rare and lustrous silvery-white metal that resemblesplatinum
Used as an alternative toPlatinum or White Gold
Does not tarnish in air and Itis 15 times rarer than gold
Popular for its flexibilitywhen heated and theincreased strengths andhardness when cold
PRECIOUS METALSPalladium
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Five Characteristics of a Diamond
Shape the overall outline of a diamond whenviewed from the top
DIAMONDS
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The Famous 4Cs: Cut, Clarity, Carat, Colour
Cut determines Brilliance
The width and depth can have an effect on how lighttravels within the diamond, and how it exits in theform of brilliance
Too ShallowLight is lost out the bottom causing
the diamond to lose brilliance.Too Deep:Light escapes out the sides causing
the diamond to appear dark and dull
DIAMONDS
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Cut describes a diamonds light performance,dimensions and finish
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The Famous 4Cs:Cut, Clarity, Carat, Colour
DIAMONDS
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Clarity refers to the tinny marks or inclusions, likescratches or trace minerals, contained in a diamond
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Carat:A measure of diamond, 1 carat (kt) = 0.2 gr1 carat = 100 points 0.01 carat 1 point ; 75 pts = .75 carats)
The Famous 4Cs:Cut, Clarity, Carat, Colour
DIAMONDS
CARAT WEIGHT
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Refers to the weight of a diamond
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GIA Colour Grading Scale
D E Fcolorless
G H I JNear colorless
K L MFaint yellow
N - RVery faint yellow
S - ZLight yellow
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DIAMONDS
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Simply refers to a diamonds colour
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D E F G H I J K L M N-R S-Z
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The Diamonds in ALL our jewellery pieces aH Colour (Nearly Colourless in GIA colourgrading scale)
SI (Slightly included flaws)
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PEARLSFive Quality Factors
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Surface- Refers to the number of flaws that appear on thesurface of the pearl.
- Every pearl has a few natural flaws, and there is nosuch thing as a flawless pearl
Size- Determines a pearls price- Measured in millimeters- Pearls that are 7 millimeters and larger will always commend higher prices
Lustre- Refers to both a pearls brilliance (the way its surface reflects light)and its inner glow (the way it refracts light).
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pearl shape
round off-round oval teardrop semi-baroque
PEARLS
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Shape
Baroque pearls, which have irregular shape,and curvingines of the drop pearls are alsoconsidered attractive.
Spherical or symmetrically-shapedpearls are considered high-quality pearls
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Pearl Colour
white white rose black silver gold pink
PEARLS
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Colour
White/milky white, pink, blue,silver and cream-coloured
Pearls with the most uniformcoloration are considered the best.
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Types of Pearls
PEARLS
Saltwater and Freshwater Pearls
- Classification according to the environment (bodyof water) that the oysters and mussels thrive in
Natural and Cultured Pearls- The manner in which a pearl is
produced
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GEMSTONES
Gemstones are minerals which possess ornamental or decorative qualityIn the 2400 minerals found, over 100 are qualified as gemstones, but onlyabout 20 are commonly used in jewellery.
Has five essential characteristics
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- Colour- Clarity- Cut- Size- Enhancements
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Agate Alexandrite Amber Amethyst Andalusite Anglesite
Aquamarine Aragonite Citrine Dioptase Emerald
Garnet Iolite Jade Kyanite Lapis Lazuli Moonstone
Turquoise
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GEMSTONES
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Onyx Opal Peridot Quartz Ruby
Sapphire Tanzanite Topaz Tourmaline Tsavorite
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GEMSTONES
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Did you know?GEMSTONES
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Nowadays the distinction betweenprecious and semi-precious gemstones
is no longer made by the trade.
Many gemstones are used in even themost expensive jewellery, depending onthe brand name of the designer, fashiontrends, market supply, treatments and etc
However diamonds, rubies, sapphiresand emeralds still have a reputation thatexceeds those of other gemstones
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Jewellery Care
- Put on your jewellery after you do your make-up.- Wipe your jewellery with a soft cloth after use.
- Silver is a metal that is meant to be worn outIf you just leave it lying around, it will tarnish.
- Store your jewellery by neatly fastening theclasps and pins.
- Lay each item out separately, one by one- Store your jewellery in a zip lock bag orapproved jewellery bags
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Daily Care
Storage
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Maintenance
Cleaning
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Jewellery Care
- No matter how carefully you take care ofyour jewellery, small parts may come loose.
- Carefully check such parts as the hooks
that support the jewels, the clasps ofnecklaces, the screws of earrings, andbrooch pins
- If you feel that the radiance of yourjewellery has diminished, take it to a specialist- Cleaning with ultrasonic cleaner and othermethods may lead to damage, so caution isrecommendedespecially for plated jewellery
Where to check out products?
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Where to check out products?
Mainline and Cycle products:World market:www.quest.net
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