MOODBOARD - BAUME & MERCIER THE 70s

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BAUME & MERCIER — THE 70s

Gold, silver, stone & unconventional shapes.

18K GOLD · SILVER · LAPIS LAZULI · TIGER’S EYE · SIGNED DIALS · SCULPTURAL CASES

Baume & Mercier — The 70s

A celebration of Baume & Mercier’s boldest creations of the 1970s.

From 18K gold and silver cases to striking semi-precious stone dials, Baume & Mercier explored a more experimental side of watchmaking during the decade.

Lapis lazuli. Tiger’s eye. Signed dials. Unconventional shapes.

A collection of distinctive timepieces where precious metals, natural stones and 1970s design come together.

Not just watches.
Objects of their time.

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