Jewelry
April 11, 2023
Old-world craftsmanship meets highly-advanced technology in the new horological landscape. Image courtesy of Watches and Wonders Geneva
By Emily Iris Degn
Luxury timepieces, part of a largely heritage-focused industry, are modernizing.
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