We are digging deep the Queen’s watch collection.
Besides hat, scarves and brooches, watches were among the accessories and jewelry that adorned the Queen’s jewel vault. Jaeger-LeCoultre, which was on her wrist she ascended the throne, was the most famous of these. According to The Queen’s Jewels: The Personal Collection of Elizabeth II (1987), there are at least 14 wristwatches in the Queen’s collection: Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse, Jaeger-LeCoultre Caliber 101, Omega Ladymatic, just one of those…
Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 101
Actually, the Jaeger-LeCoultre Caliber 101 has along history. The Queen wore it during her coronation in 1953. As one of the smallest watches in the world, this Jaeger-LeCoultre was on her writs so that she could check the time during the ceremony. In 2012, to celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, the brand presented her with a Caliber 101 in white gold.
Patek Philippe ref 4975/1G and Golden Ellipse
The Golden Ellipse in white gold with blue dial and a bezel set with diamonds is undoubtedly one of the most sparkling models in the Queen’s collection. The other Patek Philippe timepiece is the ref 4975/1G. he watch features a bezel is set with baguette-cut diamonds, whilst the bracelet is covered with pearls. It was rumored that, this ultra-expensive timepiece has been seen on the Queen’s wrist only a few times.
Vacheron Constantin 4481
The Vacheron Constantin 4481 is one of the Queen’s wedding gifts. In 1947, the was presented to the Queen by the Swiss Federal Council and in 1981, the Queen gave it as a wedding gift to Princess Diana when she married Prince Charles. With its diamonds and fine craftmanship, this Vacheron Constantin is one of the Queen’s most famous watches.
Omega Ladymatic
This vintage Omega is not a cocktail watch with diamonds. Yet, with its timeless aesthetics and elegance, its was one of the watches that most often seen on the Queen’s wrist over the years. The watch is remembered for its cream-colored dial and 20 mm-diameter gold case.
Audemars Piguet Jules Audemars
It seems that Audemars Piguet Jules Audemars is one of the timepieces that the Queen wore often. The Queen wore the watch with her daily outfits, just like the Omega Ladymatic.
