Venezianico Tungsteno 39 3121541C

The magic of mother-of-pearl

The dial acts like a small performance in which mother-of-pearl plays the leading role: its shimmering surfaces catch the light and transform it into fine, flowing nuances that appear anew depending on the viewing angle and environment. This natural iridescence — the changing play of colors produced only by shells — makes each dial unique; no surface is the same as another, and this very unpredictability gives the watch a lively, almost sensual presence on the wrist.

Manufacture and fine work of the dial

The production of mother-of-pearl requires a careful selection of raw materials and a sensitive, artisanal approach: raw layers are polished, shaped very thinly and cut to maintain form stability before they receive their characteristic green tone in a controlled dyeing process, without destroying the natural surface structure. The resulting layer is extremely fine — 0.1 mm — and demands the highest precision from watchmakers; indices and markings are applied with precise handcraft, making the dial not just material but a small work of art.

Design meets technology

Behind the aesthetic appearance lies a robust, well-thought-out construction: the case with Ø42 mm and a length of 49 mm across the lugs stands for presence but remains pleasantly wearable due to a total height of 11.8 mm; made of 316L stainless steel, it offers corrosion resistance and everyday suitability. Inside beats the reliable Miyota 9039 automatic movement in classic three-hand configuration without date window, while the sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating, the Swiss-Made BGW9 Super-LumiNova®, and a scratch-resistant tungsten insert (hardness 9/10 on the Mohs scale) ensure excellent legibility and durability; the screw-down crown and water resistance up to 200 m underline the practical claim of this watch.

Reflections, depth, and wearing experience

The interplay of the thin mother-of-pearl layer and polished surfaces creates a variety of reflections ranging from delicate pastel tones to intense greens that blend into each other in the light, making the dial seem almost to breathe. This optical depth gives the timepiece a subtle dynamism: depending on the time of day, viewing angle, and environment, contrasts and shades change, revealing new details to the wearer again and again and giving the object a tangible vitality; especially in combination with luminescent accents, this creates a fascinating interplay between night and day views.

Origin, symbolism, and engraving

The collective identity of the collection is rooted in maritime tradition: the inspiration comes from the diving history of the Nereide, whose image as a finely engraved motif forms the centerpiece of the case back and makes the connection between design and function visible. This Nereide engraving is more than decoration; it recalls the purpose of the watch and its ability to assert itself as a reliable companion underwater when needed, with the rotating bezel enabling control over dive times — a connection of narrative depth and technical engraving art.

Conclusion: between jewelry piece and instrument

Altogether, this creates a timepiece that combines artistic sensuality with solid engineering thinking: the mother-of-pearl dial delivers a distinctive aesthetic signature, while case material, movement, sapphire crystal, and seals guarantee daily functionality and serious diving suitability. For someone who appreciates both the fine nuances of craftsmanship and robust technology, this model offers a rare blend of elegance, durability, and personal charisma — a watch that reveals itself in the light and proves itself in the depths.

Specifications:

• CASE
• Ø42 mm, lug to lug 49 mm, total thickness 11.8 mm
• MOVEMENT
• Japanese Miyota 9039 automatic movement, 3 hands without date function
• MATERIAL
• Stainless steel 316L
• INSERT
• Tungsten, polished and scratch-resistant with a hardness of 9/10 on the Mohs scale
• DIAL
• Natural mother-of-pearl, ultra-thin layer of 0.1 mm
• GLASS
• Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
• LUMINOUS MATERIAL
• Swiss-Made BGW9 Super-LumiNova®
• WATERPROOFNESS
• 20 atmospheres (200 m/656 ft)
• CROWN
• Screw-down