Gerald Charles Unveils Its Most Complex Timepiece, The Masterlink Perpetual Calendar

Gerald Charles, the independent Swiss watchmaking Maison founded by the great Mr. Gérald Charles Genta, unveils its most complicated watch since its reestablishment less than a decade ago. The Masterlink Perpetual Calendar, developed entirely in-house, marks a new chapter for the young and ambitious Maison as it continues to expand its repertoire of poetic complications.

In keeping with Gerald Charles’s “No Compromise” watchmaking philosophy, established by Mr. Genta more than a quarter of a century ago, the Masterlink Perpetual Calendar introduces an in-house, asymmetrical, automatic perpetual calendar calibre with a three-counter display.

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Is the small decorative element that is attached to the top center of a pocket watch case, connecting to the watch chain. In addition to its decorative function, it may also serve a practical purpose, such as a knob or pendant that can be used to handle the watch, like a crown or a key for winding and operating.

The designs of "boutonnieres" in pocket watches vary widely and include various shapes and symbols. They can be designed in the shape of animals, stars, hearts, religious symbols, or other geometric shapes. "Boutonnieres" can be made of precious metals such as gold or silver and may be adorned with gemstones or pearls.