Round-UpJacob & Co’s Astronomia Collection: A Journey Through Time, Space, And Fine Crafts

Jacob & Co stand as a paragon of luxury and fine crafts in the world of horology. Established in 1986 by Jacob Arabo, the brand have consistently pushed the boundaries of what’s possible in watchmaking, combining intricate mechanics with an artistic flair that is nothing short of breathtaking. The Astronomia collection, in particular, exemplifies this spirit of innovation and audacity. Each timepiece in this series showcases a captivating dance of celestial bodies on the wrist. From gravity-defying tourbillons to miniature planets and sparkling gemstones, the Astronomia watches are not just instruments of time but also a testament to our eternal fascination with the cosmos. As we explore seven standout pieces from this collection, brace yourself for a journey through time, space, and unparalleled horological crafts.

Astronomia Solar Planets—Zodiac

The Astronomia Solar Zodiac by Jacob & Co is a timepiece that beautifully captures the essence of our relationship with the cosmos, merging age-old traditions with modern horological prowess. Drawing inspiration from humankind’s ancient stargazing habits and the narratives of zodiac origins, this watch incorporates the intricacies of the zodiac signs into its design. The watch’s centrepiece, a stunning citrine representing the sun, anchors the vertically built movement, with its three arms moving unique components. One arm presents a blue PVD hour-and-minute dial with a rose gold-plated zodiac engraving, always ensuring the correct orientation with a patented differential system. Another arm displays a two-axis gravitational flying tourbillon, marked with the Jacob & Co logo, and the last holds a meticulously engraved Earth globe, offering a dynamic view of our planet. Each planet is represented with cabochon-cut semi-precious gems: from white granite for Mercury to lapis lazuli for Neptune. The manual-winding movement is contained within a 45.5mm 18-karat white gold case. This piece is not just a testament to Swiss watchmaking but also reflects Jacob Arabo’s expertise in gem sourcing and crafting, making it a pinnacle in the Astronomia collection.

Astronomia Casino

Jacob & Co’s Astronomia Casino is a fusion of luxury and whimsy, setting it apart in the horological landscape. At the heart of this watch lies a fully operational miniature roulette wheel, meticulously designed with green, red, and black enamel alongside mahogany inlays. The roulette feature can be set in motion using a trigger at the eight o’clock position on the case, and it doubles up as a winding mechanism for the animation’s power reserve. To add a personal touch, Jacob & Co offer a mother-of-pearl insert on the owner’s lucky number. The case, crafted from 18-karat rose gold, boasts a domed sapphire crystal glass that offers an unhindered view of both the tourbillon calibre and the functioning roulette wheel. Further enhancing its charm is a one-carat, 288-facet Jacob-cut diamond that rotates in 30 seconds, and a blue-lacquered magnesium globe with rose gold continents that mirrors this rotation. Housing the manual-winding JCAM36 calibre, the watch offers a 60-hour power reserve, and it all sits comfortably on the wrist with an alligator leather strap paired with an 18-karat rose gold, folding buckle. This is a limited edition of just 88 pieces worldwide.

Astronomia Solar Baguette Dragon And Tiger White Gold

The Astronomia Solar Baguette Dragon and Tiger in White Gold is a visual masterpiece, seamlessly combining high jewellery artistry with intricate horological design. At the heart of this stunning timepiece is a blue-lacquered magnesium globe, over which intricately hand-sculpted and hand-painted dragon and tiger figures appear to be in fierce combat. This spectacle is accentuated by the brilliant gleam of 286 invisibly set, baguette-cut white diamonds adorning the lugs and base dial. The watch’s case in 18-karat white gold case is traced with an additional 124 baguette-cut diamonds, exuding luxury, while its continuous sapphire crystal window grants an unobstructed view of the watch’s captivating internals. The one-minute flying tourbillon boasts a finely-decorated cage enclosing the balance wheel, hairspring, and escape wheel. Secured only from below, this design defines a flying tourbillon. The JCAM42 calibre that runs this watch offers a 48-hour reserve.

The Astronomia Solar Baguette Dragon and Tiger in White Gold is a visual masterpiece, seamlessly combining high jewellery artistry with intricate horological design

A continuous sapphire crystal window reveals the watch's intricate mechanics, including a one-minute flying tourbillon

Astronomia Solar 3D Ruby

The Astronomia Solar 3D Ruby by Jacob & Co is a stunning testament to the brand’s watchmaking expertise, showcasing both the artistry and engineering of modern horology. Introduced as a part of the Astronomia collection, which redefined the world’s perception of tourbillons by turning them into multi-axis vertical wonders, the Solar 3D Ruby elegantly highlights the sun and our planet in its design. This piece showcases the one-minute flying tourbillon, encased in a cage featuring the J&Co logo. The time display sub-dial remains constantly level, ensuring perfect legibility, with hand-engraved Roman numerals filled with black lacquer, and gun-blue metallic hands. Crafted in palladium and adorned with white diamonds and rubies, the 44mm case incorporates a single-piece sapphire crystal window for a clear view of the calibre and celestial bodies inside. The blue, lacquered magnesium globe and a Jacob-cut yellow sapphire, rotating on its axis, enhance the aesthetics. Housing the manual-winding JCAM28 calibre, this watch boasts a 48-hour power reserve. The Astronomia Solar is completed with an alligator strap and an 18-karat white gold clasp, embellished with baguette-cut diamonds.

The Astronomia Solar 3D Ruby by Jacob & Co is a stunning testament to the brand's watchmaking expertise, showcasing both the artistry and engineering of modern horology

Encased in palladium and studded with diamonds and rubies, the 44mm watch offers a pristine view of its inner workings through a sapphire crystal window

Astronomia Sky White Gold

The Astronomia Sky from Jacob & Co is a monumental leap in watchmaking, seamlessly merging design, engineering, and an intricate celestial display reminiscent of tools once used by ancient seafarers and astronomers. Jacob Arabo, the founder of Jacob & Co, expressed his vision by stating, “As a sailor heading toward the seas driven by the celestial vault, I found my star: the Astronomia Sky.” True to its name, this timepiece boasts a three-dimensional sidereal display—a feature unprecedented in watch history. This watch comes equipped with Jacob & Co-manufactured manual-winding JCAM11 movement, encapsulated in a 47mm platinum case, accentuated by sapphire apertures on its sides. The intricate celestial dial, crafted from blue grade-5 titanium with 18-karat gold, hand-engraved stars and zodiacal signs, covers the internal surface of the case. A lacquered, hand-engraved titanium globe rotates on two axes, symbolising day and night within a tinted half-domed sapphire crystal glass. The timepiece also features a gravitational triple-axis tourbillon and an orbital second indication. The pièce de résistance is the patented Jacob-cut Moon—a one-carat diamond with 288 facets, rotating on two axes. Ensuring the watch remains as functional as it is beautiful, there’s a 60-hour power reserve. Secured with an alligator leather starp, with a buckle in platinum 950, this timepiece is limited to just 18 individually-numbered pieces, reinforcing its exclusivity in the world of luxury watches.

Astronomia Sky Rose Gold Ruby

The Astronomia Sky in rose gold closely mirrors its white gold counterpart, with only a few distinctive material modifications. This rose gold variant boasts a generously-sized 47mm case, complemented by sapphire crystal apertures on its sides. The celestial dial—an exquisite fusion of blue grade-5 titanium and 18-karat gold—presents zodiac signs, a sidereal display, and other features. A notable difference is the captivating Jacob-cut orange sapphire that rotates on two axes. This limited-edition piece, restricted to only 18 units, secures elegantly with an alligator strap, finished with an 18-karat rose gold folding buckle.

Astronomia Solar Constellations Planets And Yellow Stone

Jacob & Co’s Astronomia Solar Constellations & Planets is a timepiece that seamlessly merges art and engineering, drawing inspiration from our Solar System. Each planet, depicted with a semi-precious stone, is set against a rotating starry blue titanium base. This base turns counter-clockwise every ten minutes, contrasting the 10-minute clockwise rotation of the Astronomia vertical movement above. Three arms display Jacob & Co.’s signature complications, while the other three showcase 288-facet Jacob-cut gems. A citrine with 288 facets represents the Sun. Among its technical features is a one-minute flying tourbillon in a rose gold cage, ensuring accurate timekeeping over its 48-hour reserve. The 45.5mm case, crafted from 18-karat gold, showcases a pristine sapphire crystal window, offering an unobstructed view of the encapsulated solar system.

Jacob & Co's Astronomia Solar Constellations & Planets combines artistic design with intricate engineering inspired by the Solar System

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In this timepiece, each planet is represented by a unique semi-precious stone, set against a celestial backdrop

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