Natural Mother of Pearl
For the Arsenale 37mm, we carefully selected natural mother-of-pearl semi-finished blanks distinguished by a high level of iridescence. After an initial selection phase, the material is cut into a circular shape, thinned, and polished to enhance its depth and natural reflections. Each dial is therefore unique, defined by the intrinsic structure of the mother-of-pearl itself.
Coloring process
Once the disc is prepared, the coloring phase begins. The pigment is applied with great care to achieve a uniform color while preserving the material’s natural iridescence. It’s a delicate balance: too much color would risk obscuring the depth of the mother-of-pearl. The process is then carried out progressively until the right balance between color and transparency is achieved.
Smoked finish and protective varnish
To complete the dial, a smoked finish is applied to the edge, creating a progressive fade toward the outside. This process increases readability, allowing the indices and printing to stand out against the iridescent central surface. Finally, the dial is protected with a transparent varnish, which protects the material from UV rays and external agents.
Technical details
Ø37 mm, lug-to-lug 41.10 mm, total thickness 9 mm
316L Stainless Steel
Mother of pearl, with graduated fumé finish
BGW9 Super-LumiNova®
Sapphire with anti-reflective coating
Miyota 9039, automatic, 3-hands, no date
Stainless Steel, knurled finish
