THE TEST OF TIME

From the beginning of time, love has been expressed through precious jewellery—and the house of Chaumet has been at the epicentre of French royal and aristocratic love tokens since the 19th century when Chaumet founder Marie-Etienne Nitot, also Napoleon’s personal jeweller, created the Crown jewels for his coronation, as well as fresh creations and wedding finery for his wives, the first two empresses of France. The romantic intrigues of 19th century France’s power-shakers required the bold and sumptuous designs Chaumet could produce, and the two became practically synonymous.

Thanks in part to Chaumet’s practices and philosophies, the ideals of love, jewellery and time are forever intertwined. And the Liens motif, modelled after 17th century lovers’ knots and bows, has been tied to the house’s history since its inception and this iconic symbol has permeated its many collections since the Belle Époque period.

By designing its royal and good luck tiaras, brooches, bracelets, and now, a watch around the iconic “X” design, Chaumet understands that at the heart of the love story is the promise of time together, forever.

And nothing represents the spirit and longevity of true love like a fiery piece of jewellery or wellmade watch, all created to last through the years and gradually become part of a larger picture, of a heritage of love.

In the eyes of this exclusive jewellery house, love is made to last. Eras may change but the definitions of love endure. And with the introduction of the Liens watch, Chaumet declares there has never been a better time for romance.