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Elka Watch presents two limited-edition novelties for 2025

Elka Watch presents two limited-edition novelties for 2025

MB&F marks 20 years with two Stephen McDonnell-conceived models

MB&F marks 20 years with two Stephen McDonnell-conceived models

Swatch Encyclopedia

Swatch Encyclopedia

The winners of the Cartier Prize for Watchmaking Talents of Tomorrow

The winners of the Cartier Prize for Watchmaking Talents of Tomorrow

The committee of experts for the Louis Vuitton Watch Prize for independent creatives revealed

The committee of experts for the Louis Vuitton Watch Prize for independent creatives revealed

Elka Watch presents two limited-edition novelties for 2025

Elka Watch presents two limited-edition novelties for 2025

Inspired by the depths of the soul, the deep hues of green and burgundy, these creations echo the spirit of the brand’s flagship models, such as the (...)

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MB&F marks 20 years with two Stephen McDonnell-conceived models

MB&F marks 20 years with two Stephen McDonnell-conceived models

Developed with the independent watchmaker, the brand kicks off its 20th anniversary celebrations with the LM Perpetual Longhorn and LM Sequential Flyback (...)

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Swatch Encyclopedia

Swatch Encyclopedia

With 8,419 Swatch watches featured in its beautifully curated pages, the Swatch Encyclopedia represents what the brand stands for and is a must-have for (...)

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The winners of the Cartier Prize for Watchmaking Talents of Tomorrow

The winners of the Cartier Prize for Watchmaking Talents of Tomorrow

Applicants were invited to reinterpret the movement of the carriage clock, an emblematic creation of Cartier, on the theme of Magic of the Senses. After an (...)

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The committee of experts for the Louis Vuitton Watch Prize for independent creatives revealed

The committee of experts for the Louis Vuitton Watch Prize for independent creatives revealed

Louis Vuitton reveals its committee of experts for the second edition of the Louis Vuitton Watch Prize for independent creatives.

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Watchmaking in Germany

A curated selection of Europa Star articles on the German watch scene.

German watchmaking

German watchmaking

“The number one challenge in Glashütte is finding labour”

“The number one challenge in Glashütte is finding (...)

A small cog in the great Swatch Group machine, the Union Glashütte brand has a history which stretches back to the 19th century and since the 1990s has made (...)

From Pforzheim to Glashütte

From Pforzheim to Glashütte

Mention Germany and the conversation will likely turn to topics such as football, particularly as the country recently hosted the Euro cup. But the nation (...)

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Watchmaking in Germany ▶

A history of watch advertising

A history of watch advertising

By Marco Strazzi

TAG Heuer back as official timekeeper for Formula 1

TAG Heuer back as official timekeeper for Formula 1

As Formula 1 celebrates its 75th Anniversary, TAG Heuer will return to the sport as its Official Timekeeper. With a rich history in Formula 1 spanning over (...)

THE HISTORY OF EUROPA STAR

This publication is part of Europa Star’s Digital Books collection, a series of themed issues focusing on specific aspects of watchmaking and jewellery.

Vacheron Constantin starts 270th anniversary with Historic 222 in stainless steel

Vacheron Constantin starts 270th anniversary with Historic 222 in stainless steel

Throughout 2025, to mark 270 years of creation, tradition and innovation, a series of celebrations begins with the reissue of an iconic timepiece, much (...)

Zannetti Regent Skeleton Diamond

Zannetti Regent Skeleton Diamond

With its stainless steel case, diamond-adorned bezel, and skeletonised movement, this model stands out as a symbol of luxury and (...)

A meeting with Crispin Jones, Mr Jones

PODCAST

Who’s behind the “unforgettable British watch company”, also known as Mr Jones? Their watches are easily recognisable thanks to the unique kinematics and (...)

Oris ProPilot X Miss Piggy Edition

Oris welcomes to stage an irresistible hot pink version of the ProPilot X in a fabulous collaboration with Miss Piggy from The (...)

Precious Time

Precious Time

GALLERY

A selection of jewellery timepieces to close the year.

A history of watch advertising: 1940-1949

A history of watch advertising: 1940-1949