{"product_id":"philippe-charriol-christoper-columbus-1492-mens-watch-18k-gold-plated-stainless-steel","title":"Philippe Charriol Christoper Columbus 1492 Mens Watch - 18K Gold Plated \u0026 Stainless Steel","description":"This Philippe Charriol offers something that isn’t immediately obvious at a glance. While it presents as a refined luxury dress watch, it was created to commemorate the 500th anniversary of Christopher Columbus’s 1492 voyage - a detail expressed most clearly through its sculpted medallion caseback. That element gives the piece a quiet sense of meaning, adding depth without overwhelming its design.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWhen Charriol introduced this model, the focus wasn’t just on beautiful watchmaking in the traditional sense. It was conceived also to be a commemorative object - something to mark a globally recognized historical milestone. The emphasis was on symbolism and ownership: a watch meant to represent exploration, legacy, and discovery. That original intent still comes through today, especially in the engraved caseback, which serves as the anchor for the entire design.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFor those less familiar with the brand, Philippe Charriol built its reputation on blending Swiss watchmaking with a distinctly design-driven approach, often drawing influence from jewelry and architecture. Rather than competing on complication or technical novelty, the brand focused on creating watches with a strong visual identity - pieces meant to be worn, noticed, and appreciated for their form as much as their function.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis watch itself is unmistakably Charriol. The rounded case with the distinctive architectural lugs desk clock style crown reflect that design language. It balances offering the individuality of feel considered without calling too much attention to itself. It was designed to have a very restrainted 32mm diameter without the crown, because the crown and lugs both give it a larger presence on the wrist.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe dial keeps it grounded in classic design. A clean white backdrop with Roman numerals and a railroad minute track gives it a timeless, composed look, while the subtle date aperture adds everyday practicality. Paired with its original blue strap, the overall presentation feels both traditional and just slightly modernized. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nInside, its Swiss quartz movement provides dependable, low-maintenance performance. It’s the kind of watch you can pick up, set, and wear without a second thought.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is all original down to the signed strap and presents in gorgeous condition. The watch itself presents as a 9.7 out of 10. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA Master Watchmaker has installed a battery and performed any need servicing making it. The original strap shows signs of previous wear, though it is still very serviceable. A new strap would make the watch present like new.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIncluded with the purchase is a two-year C.O.T. international warranty on the movement and its function and a full-page custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYour watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaker:\u003c\/b\u003e Philippe Charriol \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCountry of manufacture:\u003c\/b\u003e Switzerland\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eYear built:\u003c\/b\u003e Late 1990's\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSerial no.:\u003c\/b\u003e 365X\/370 \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eModel:\u003c\/b\u003e Columbus 1492 Commemorative\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/b\u003e Hours, Minutes\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDesigned for:\u003c\/b\u003e Men\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCase material:\u003c\/b\u003e 18K gold plated and stainless steel\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCase condition:\u003c\/b\u003e Presents as mint\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCase markings (outside):\u003c\/b\u003e Columbus 1492–1992 commemorative medallion, Philippe Charriol, Swiss Quartz, Water Resistant\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDial:\u003c\/b\u003e Matte white dial with printed Roman numerals, outer chemin de fer minute track, printed minute hashes, aperture, for date at 6 o’clock, black printed signature and text, original, like new condition\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 32mm diameter (excluding crown), 43mm long lug tip-to-tip\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHands:\u003c\/b\u003e Original, blue steel \"feuilles\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMovement type:\u003c\/b\u003e Swiss quartz\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBand:\u003c\/b\u003e Original, signed, midsized, fits a wrist up to approx. inches on the largest setting, adjustable to fit even a very small wrist, shows signs of previous wear, though it is still very serviceable. A new strap would make the watch present like new and could make it fit any size wrist\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/b\u003e Sapphire, as new\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eServicing:\u003c\/b\u003e A Master Watchmaker has installed a battery and performed any need servicing making it. The original strap shows signs of previous wear, though it is still very serviceable. A new strap would make the watch present like new.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/b\u003e 1-year international warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. As mentioned, one used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership, was given training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center and also has done work for the Cartier Service Center.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBox\/Papers:\u003c\/b\u003e BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReturns:\u003c\/b\u003e 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Philippe Charriol","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43197122347097,"sku":"8309","price":945.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1219\/5194\/files\/1092605045_o.jpg?v=1775314323","url":"https:\/\/shop.connoisseuroftime.com\/products\/philippe-charriol-christoper-columbus-1492-mens-watch-18k-gold-plated-stainless-steel","provider":"Connoisseur of Time","version":"1.0","type":"link"}