Use of natural shapes and themes often fares well for jewelry and watch designers, although sometimes you get tired of seeing the same flower, star, leaf, or other cliche symbols from nature transformed into luxury goods. And thanks to Swiss fine watchmaker Bertolucci, you don't have to.

Last year's Bertolucci Stria watch amazed with its ability to recreate the essence of barnacles, in a woman's luxury watch. It was about as nice as a barnacle could ever hope to be. Admittedly, watchmaker Bertolucci took influence from Mediterranean sea shells as inspiration for the precious metal and jewel formed timepieces. And the Mediterranean was also the inspiration for its STRIA LUCE watch, a limited edition of only five pieces.

 

To form the look of ancient sea creatures, the gems are carved on the bottom side to resemble various carapaces and creature shells. Stones used include peridots, topazes, citrines, and amethysts (total of 14.45 carats). In between the colorful stones, there are 331 diamonds set, which are used on the bezel as well (total of 1.47 carats). The 29.7mm wide case, hands, and strap buckle are crafted from 18k rose gold, while an ETA quartz movement powers the watch.

 

The dial is guilloche engraved mother of pearl, which apparently is tricky to do without damaging a mother of pearl based dial plate. The result is a fine sunburst pattern on the dial. One thing you can do with the watch is turn the cover on top of the dial to revolve where the porthole to the face is. This way, you can view the time better, as well as admire various decorations located on the face.

 

This Bertolucci STRIA LUCE is indeed a luxurious watch that women should always have in their collection. Wearing this would definitely give them glamor and elegance.

 
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