The Prestige Edit

Swiss Watches

3 articles

Damiani Group representatives and Richemont executives finalize the acquisition of the historic Baume & Mercier watch brand in a formal setting.
Watches & Jewelry

Damiani Group Buys Baume & Mercier Watch Brand From Richemont

After months of anticipation, the Damiani Group has officially taken full ownership of the 193-year-old luxury watch brand Baume & Mercier, marking a significant shift in the high-end timepiece ma

Henry Caldwell·July 10, 2026
Master watchmaker's hands with tools assembling a complex mechanical watch movement, showcasing precision and artisanal craftsmanship.
Watches & Jewelry

What is high horology craftsmanship and its enduring appeal?

In 2022, Switzerland exported 24.

Henry Caldwell·June 9, 2026
Master watchmaker's hands delicately hand-polishing the intricate, microscopic chamfers on a luxury Swiss watch movement with a specialized tool.
Premium Brands

What Is Brand Heritage and Craftsmanship in Luxury Brands?

Under a jeweler's loupe, the hand-polished chamfers on a haute horlogerie movement reveal microscopic irregularities, a subtle signature machine polishing cannot replicate.

Sebastian Duval·April 18, 2026