Gold watch with gold bracelet
A gold watch with a gold bracelet is an expensive accessory. (regardless of brand), the price of which starts at about 15,000 rubles. But on the other hand, they will emphasize high status and solidity. Gold is known for its resistance to external influences, so the case and bracelet retain their original appearance for many years.
Accessory Features
Women's watches made of gold are most often mechanical. This means that they need to be started regularly, set to the correct time. Therefore, they are not so much practical as they serve as a brilliant addition to a chic outfit. Most often, these accessories are worn on special occasions - with an evening dress or other luxurious outfit. Not everyone decides to wear them every day, because many consider this to be bad form.
The case itself and some elements of watch movements are made of gold. For internal parts, high jewelry standards are used - 750 or 850, the case and bracelet can be made from lower standards - 585 or 750. The high strength of this noble metal ensures the reliability of such watches. The color varieties of gold are white, yellow, pink. You can also find combinations of them. Watches are often complemented with precious and semi-precious stones.
Gold watches can be wrist watches - most of the samples are represented by this particular variety. But there is an opportunity to purchase modern models of pocket watches. Once they were widespread, but today they can make a big impression on others - thanks to their unusual and chic look.
Material combinations
Not only gold can be used in such watches. Masters use many additional materials that give a special charm.
The pearl interspersed bracelet is a very interesting gold contrast with this pale white organic stone. It has an unmistakable and unique color depth, slight sheen and soft hues ranging from pinkish to purple. Pearls are a symbol of family happiness, strong love and long-term relationships. It is believed that it calms the nerves, cures mental ailments and makes a person more self-confident.
A gold watch with a gold bracelet can also be with silver details. Although many do not recognize the combination of these two precious metals, there are many examples of such accessories - including from well-known brands. Silver is usually used 925 jewelry test. Watches look good with a bracelet, where gold and silver elements alternate.
A gold watch with diamonds is a luxury that not everyone can afford. The case will look very impressive, which is lined with small iridescent stones along the contour. You can also encrust with processed diamonds a dial or a gold bracelet. Well-known Swiss manufacturers are famous for such chic models. For some, an impeccable mechanism allows you to make an accurate winding for 1-2 years.
Other stones are also widely used in the manufacture of gold watches.Almost any options are combined with this precious metal. The most popular of them are emerald, ruby, amethyst, topaz, opal, jasper and many others. Of course, cheap artificial materials with gold are not used. The mineral quartz is widely used to create the "stuffing" of such watches, because when mechanically acted upon, it generates high-precision vibrations that can create the rhythm of the clockwork.
Successfully combined with gold jewelry samples in the case, setting and bracelet other materials: ceramics, silicate and volcanic glass, amber, ivory. Skillful craftsmen and designers offer to choose a combination of materials for almost every taste. Almost everything can be gilded.
There are also models made of stainless steel with gilding. This is also a good option, but it can cost almost as much as a gold watch.
Color solutions
Gold (yellow, white or pink) can be successfully combined with any color of stones, metals and other materials. Different color schemes can form a certain image. The gold elements of the bracelet with black (for example, with agate, argillite or volcanic glass) add rigor and brutality to the image. Blue stones (aquamarine, lapis lazuli, turquoise) emphasize a gentle image. The red color of ruby, garnet, jasper or tourmaline can add sensuality and passion, while green stones (emerald, jade, chrysolite and malachite) testify to natural harmony and wisdom.
Size and length
The diameter of the watch case and the length of the bracelet should be chosen based on the girth of the wrist. There are 5 categories of watch sizes (according to international standards):
- Extra small - for men - up to 36 mm, for women - up to 24 mm;
- small - for men - 36-40 mm, for women - 24-28 mm;
- Medium - for men - 40-44 mm, for women - 28-32 mm;
- Large - for men - 44-48 mm, for women - 32-38 mm;
- Extra Large - for men - from 48 mm, for women - from 38 mm.
The height of the case is taken into account by the designers of the watch so that it looks proportional. Therefore, there are some conditional standards:
- slim body - with a height of 4-8 mm;
- average - with a height of 8-11 mm;
- thick - with a height of 11-14 mm;
- extra thick - with a height of 14-18 mm.
As for the bracelet, it comes in three sizes: S (wrist circumference - 14-15.5 cm), M (15.5-18 cm) and L (18-20 cm).
Brands
Russian company "Nika" is a leading manufacturer of jewelry watches, which started its activity in 2003. It produces both accessories from the range according to current designs, as well as exclusive models with individual engraving. The catalogs contain cases of various shapes: round, oval or rectangular for men and women, as well as unisex options. White, yellow and rose gold 585 are used for the case and bracelet.
Famous American Anne Klein brand offers quality watches with a bracelet in white and yellow gold, made in a traditional design - without unnecessary details, but very stylish. Of the women's models, it is worth noting "1450BNGB", "2842MPRG", "1418RGLP", which have round cases with a classic dial.
Japanese electronics manufacturer with a worldwide reputation Casio did not ignore the production of gold watches. Models with a case and bracelet made of yellow gold and an electronic dial are an original solution. These accessories have a number of useful functions: compass, barometer, tonometer, calculator, organizer. Thanks to them, Casio watches are not only beautiful, but also as functional as possible.
Domestic company "Platinor" for almost 15 years has been producing reliable watch models made of gold 585 and 750. There are options with a mechanical winding or quartz, classic and youth, skeletons and chronometers - with stopwatches, chronographs, timers and other functions. Many exclusive options are finished with zircons, diamonds and cubic zirkonia. The company "Platinor" has the opportunity to order a watch model for an individual project.
Diesel brand presents not only stylish clothes, but also collections of watches made of jewelry gold. Their distinctive feature is massive cases with many additional dials. These options are unlikely to be suitable for connoisseurs of the classics, but young people and outdoor enthusiasts will like them.
The Poljot watch factory is a legendary enterprise. It was it that released the watch that was on Gagarin's hand during the first manned flight into space - hence the name. Today, the company continues to produce reliable and beautiful models. Watches in the style of Soviet classics and in a more modern design are presented
How to choose?
Connoisseurs of reliability can be advised quartz watches from well-known manufacturers. They will work flawlessly for several years. A convenient option are models with automatic winding.
Usually the quality of watches depends largely on the country of manufacture. The leader here is Switzerland, most of the most proven products are produced there. Gold watches have the right to be called Swiss if half or more of their parts are made in this country. You can check the origin of the product very simply - by the inscription on the package or in the technical passport:
- Swiss or Swiss Made – the watch is completely made and passed quality control in Switzerland;
- Swiss Movement or Swiss Quartz – the mechanism is made in Switzerland;
- Swiss Parts - the details are of Swiss origin, but it is quite possible that the watch was assembled in another country.
Of course, it is important to consider not only the country of production, but also the brand itself. In Switzerland there are about 200 manufacturers with extensive experience and worldwide recognition. Among them are Rolex, Omega, Carrier, Tissot and others. High-quality watches with gold bracelets are also produced in Japan, Germany, and the USA.
A product set must always contain a quality certificate, as well as a technical passport of the product, which indicates the warranty period, country of origin, and operating rules.
When choosing a gold watch, you should pay attention to individual details: the case, the case back, the setting knobs, the bracelet and its attachment to the case, and the clasps. Hands, hour divisions and numbers, additional dials (if any) must be clearly visible. Before buying, you need to test their factory, try to translate the arrows.
Care Tips
Such an accessory needs careful handling, like other gold items. Do not do any dirty household work in them. It is necessary to protect them from moisture and cosmetics, otherwise the gold surface will fade. After returning home, it is better to immediately remove an expensive thing. It is best to store a gold watch with a bracelet in a case with a velvet lining.
The surface of gold objects tends to get dirty. To clean such a watch, you need to use a damp cloth dipped in soapy water. Do not use sharp objects for cleaning.
How and with what to wear?
Any gold watch with a bracelet is a rather bright detail, which is very picky. It is very important to choose the right outfit for this accessory. Women wear it under an evening dress, a business suit, a romantic outfit for a date or going to a restaurant. For men's gold watches, the suit must be strict and correspond to minimalism - the classic "two" or "three".
These watches are combined with a shirt, vest or jumper. Elegant accessories with decorative elements are not suitable for sportswear or a flight suit. But do not forget that there are also sports models of gold watches with a bracelet (for example, Diesel) - in this case, the outfit will just be relevant.
Reviews
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Those buyers who have chosen a gold watch with a gold bracelet from trusted brands respond extremely positively about them. Such a purchase is considered very successful. The main thing - when choosing to make sure that it is not a fake. Then the shortcomings will not be noticed even years later. As for manufacturers, buyers unanimously praise Rolex, Casio, Omega, Anne Klein.