Johnsons Jewellers Christmas Catalogue

120 YEAR ANNIVERSARY At Johnsons Jewellers we are proud to be celebrating our 120th anniversary this year.

Founded by Harold Johnson in 1897 with humble beginnings, our shop was originally located in the Abbey Green area of Nuneaton, before moving to its present location in Queens Road.

Four generations of the Johnsons family have since worked tirelessly to showcase some of the most beautiful jewellery pieces and high quality watches that the jewellery industry has to offer. Our business is still in the hands of the Johnson family; Robert, Pam, Libby and Catherine each have an active role in the company and are passionate about upholding our reputation as one of the finest jewellers in the Midlands.

We have extended our shop considerably over the years. When our business relocated to the Queens Road site after the Second World War, the shop was a small single entry premises and the Johnson family lived on the first floor. In the 1980s major developments took place and a large extension was carried out to the side of the building, where the shop grew in size and could therefore offer a wider range of product.

In 1999 we purchased the building next door, which had previously been Harding’s Bakery. This gave us the opportunity to expand once more and to open a separate business called Tikk. The stylish shop sold gadgets, silver jewellery and fashion watches, and even a Billy Bass singing fish was known to adorn the walls.

Over the years we decided that both shops needed to be refreshed and so in 2010 we merged the shops to give us an even larger shop floor space, which is where you will find us today.

Every single diamond and piece of jewellery that we sell in store is hand selected by the Johnson family, as we visit suppliers and shows throughout the year to bring you jewellery that you won’t find in other high street jewellers.

We take pride in looking for that unique piece that you will take pleasure in wearing for years.

We are your local independent family jewellers, bringing you fine jewellery and an extensive collection of watches for those milestone events and memories to be made.

We want shopping with us to be an enjoyable and relaxing experience, a sentiment we have held for the last 120 years. While our store may have expanded over the years and changed in appearance, our values and warm traditional service have remained the same.

Our wonderful, loyal customers have made our business what we are today. With your continued support, we will continue to offer great customer service and beautifully made jewellery and watches for many more decades to come.

We take pride in looking for that unique piece that you will take pleasure in wearing for years.

While our store may have expanded over the years and changed in appearance, our values and warm traditional service have remained the same.

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MAKE A STATEMENT From classic to modern, traditional to contemporary, our stunning diamond jewellery collections are a statement of your character and flair.

1. 18ct rose gold kite shaped diamond set pendant .75ct £2,995 2. 18ct rose gold kite shaped diamond set dropper earrings .31ct £1,225 3. 18ct rose gold open ribbon pendant 1.00ct G/VS £3,165 4. 18ct rose gold kite shaped diamond set bracelet 1.75ct £4,925 5. 18ct rose gold cross over ribbon ring 1.00ct G/VS £3,425

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has the power to be “ Jewellery this one little thing that can make you feel unique.”

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1. 18ct white gold baguette and brilliant cut cluster ring .68ct £1,725 2. 18ct white gold baguette and brilliant cluster twist bangle 1.15ct £3,825 3. 18ct white gold baguette and brilliant cut cluster bracelet 4.26ct £8,995

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D Co lo ur Diam o n ds / E n g ag e m e n t Ri n gs

D COLOUR DIAMOND RING COLLECTION Introducing a new collection of engagement rings. Each ring is set with a D colour diamond, the rarest of diamond colours and the only grade of diamond which is completely colourless. Only 5% of gem quality diamonds achieve this grade.

Available in 4 different round brilliant cut and 2 princess cut designs, each collection is available in yellow gold or platinum from .30ct upwards.

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1. 18ct yellow gold /platinum head .70ct D colour brilliant cut ring £4,225 2. 18ct yellow gold /platinum head .50ct D colour brilliant cut ring £2,335 3. Platinum .30ct D colour brilliant cut ring £1,375 4. Platinum .60ct D colour brilliant cut ring £3,145

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1. 18ct yellow gold /platinum head .40ct D colour princess cut ring ÂŁ1,355 2. Platinum 1.00ct D colour princess cut ring ÂŁ7,995

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CLASSIC ITALIAN STYLE Libby Johnson catches up with Michele Battaglioli, Head of European Sales at Chimento.

Please could you tell me a little more about Chimento?

Chimento was born in 1964 in Grisignano di Zocco, a small village in the north of Italy, around 30 km from Venice.

Grisignano di Zocco is part of the Vicenza county, which has a very old tradition in jewellery manufacturing. Today Vicenza is the venue for a main jewellery exhibition and they recently opened the first museum for jewellery in Italy to celebrate the local know-how and skills of jewellery manufacturing.

Chimento has always been a family run company with a strong commitment to the local area. The Company has changed in the last 53 years due to global competition, new sales channels, different needs from the clients, etc.

However, the business ethic and the family values still remain the same: Mr Mario Chimento (son of Adriano Chimento, the founder) is owner of the company and he operates the brand Chimento today.

How many stockists do you have worldwide?

Our main market is Italy, which represents 50% of global sales. In the last 20 years, the brand has developed an exclusive distribution network worldwide;: as well as the 400 points of sales in Italy, we have almost 400 Partners in Europe 8

(including the 50 in UK) and 100 in the rest of the world (USA, Canada, Latin America, Middle East).

On International markets, Chimento represents the “authentic Italian gold” with its timeless design and contemporary touch. The product is consistent with a strong eye for details, product quality and a focus on hand made manufacturing.

What is your favourite piece of jewellery?

I really love the DOUBLE collection, which includes different lines (CLASSIC, JOIN, SPRING, )From the ‘70s, Chimento is known for its versatile jewellery, which offers the opportunity to wear the same element of jewellery in different ways to adapt to the outfit or the occasion.

The DOUBLE collection, specifically, is a line of reversible bracelets and necklaces: one side yellow and one side white.

The effect is a particular area that Chimento specializes in .Any element is made by two halves of different alloy colors, which are soldered together and then assembled by hand to make the desired bracelet or the necklace.

My wife finds them very functional when she is travelling for work, as she brings only one item of jewellery, but she

can use it in different ways. Same for my Mum when she takes a cruise: she has a warm yellow gold necklace for the day and she turns in elegant white gold for the gala dinner in the evening.

What is your role in the business?

I joined Chimento in 2014 as Export Manager for UK, France and Northern Europe. I have been working in the UK since 2008 for different jewellery companies and I love travelling from Cornwall to Scotland, exploring main cities and small villages.

From 2016 I was appointed by the Family as Sales Director, both for Italy and International markets. I miss my frequent business trips to UK, but I enjoyed the opportunity to deepen my knowledge of the area.

How do designers come up with new products? Where do they take their inspiration from?

For companies like Chimento, the creative process is the main heart of the business and involves almost any person from within the company. Every day our retail partners collect clear and direct feedback from final consumers.

On the other side, the Design Team looks around at future trends and they make their suggestions.

As we have had 53 years of celebrated history in the jewellery business, we also check our archive designs.

Jewellery is very similar to fashion: things come and go, and fashions can go round in circles.

Some of the collections we have re-introduced in the last two years (Stretch Spring or Armillas) have taken inspiration from styles we presented in the ‘80s. We use the same elements, but have reinterpreted them in a different way, to be in line with modern trends.

What do you see as your customer demographic?

Chimento customer is mainly a lady from around 35 years old, who decides to treat herself, or a gift for her daughter or a friend. She is looking for value for money jewellery with a design that is not going to go “out of fashion� in few years.

In the UK we also had some requests from customers who have inherited Chimento jewels from their parents and they wish to polish and refurbish the jewellery to wear as they feel design is contemporary and still current.

How have things changed as a business over the years.

What has Chimento done to adapt to customer influences?

Prior to 2008 Chimento produced heavy bracelets and necklaces, however the gold price has changed our designs and the industry as a whole. For this reason, we have adapted our designs to be more feminine and delicate which keep a strong link with the brand core values. We are a family business and our reputation is of upmost importance.

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A RAINBOW OF COLOUR Add a splash of colour to your wardrobe with a stunning coloured gemstone. With an array of hues to choose from, discover our beautiful gemstone collection.

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1. 18ct white gold marquise cut ruby with diamond clusters bracelet £3,645 2. 18ct white gold oval cut ruby with diamond cluster surround earrings £2,295 3. 18ct white gold sapphire and diamond bangle £6,100 4. 18ct rose gold pear shaped morganite with a halo of diamonds pendant £1,695 5. 18ct white gold teardrop shaped blue topaz and diamond dropper earrings £2,735 6. 18ct yellow gold emerald and diamond channel set hoops £1,185 7. 18ct white gold square morganite with double diamond surround ring £8,800 8. 18ct white gold ruby and diamond flower cluster ring £1,895 9. 18ct rose gold pink sapphire and diamond bubble ring £3,995 10. 18ct white gold rectangle shaped aquamarine with art deco style shoulders £5,660

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THE HALO STYLE Halo engagement rings put a circle around your centre diamond to add an extra sparkle of brilliance.

Whether a single or a double halo engagement, find a halo style that suits you from our outstanding collection.

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We offer a wide range of engagement rings to ensure there is a style suited to everyone. Whether you opt for the traditional Solitaire setting or the more contemporary Halo setting, we only select the finest of diamond rings to make up our beautiful collection.

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1. Platinum brilliant cut diamond ring with diamond set surround and diamond set shoulders £2,285 2. 18ct white gold princess centre & brilliant cut diamond cluster halo surround with split diamond set shoulders £1,425 3. 18ct white gold oval and brilliant cut diamond halo cluster ring £1,945 4. 18ct white gold emerald cut cluster diamond ring .43ct £1,175 5. Platinum cushioned centre stone with diamond surround in a grain vintage setting and diamond set shoulders £1,745 6. Platinum cushioned centre diamond surrounded by double halo of brilliant cut diamonds with diamond set shoulders £2,295

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J ewellery / Pe a r ls

18ct white gold freshwater pearl and diamond surround pendant on white gold chain £630

18ct yellow gold South Sea pearl and diamond curl pendant £1,500

18ct white gold diamond set top with South Sea pearl £1,245

PEARLS of WISDOM Essence of style and grace, pearl jewellery is the ultimate gift from the sea.

From Freshwater to South Sea pearls , from traditional to modern designs, our elegant pearl collection radiates glamour, class and sophistication.

18ct white gold South Sea pearl with diamond cluster surround earrings £5,995

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18ct white gold freshwater pearl with diamond surround ring £1,185

9ct yellow gold single diamond and pearl set earrings £465

18ct yellow gold pearl and chain necklace £1,975

18ct yellow gold pearl double drop earrings £440

18ct yellow South Sea pearl necklace £1,895

18ct yellow gold and pearl link bracelet £510

18ct white gold 15mm freshwater pearl 16 ″necklace £575

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H Johnson and son is registered in England and Wales Company Number 1405318. Address: 51 Queens Road, Nuneaton, CV11 5JX. H Johnson and Son acts as a credit broker and only offer credit products from Secure Trust Bank PLC trading as V12 Retail Finance. H Johnson and Son are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Credit provided is subject to age and status.

ANYONE for TENNIS? A timeless classic, the tennis bracelet is a fine jewellery staple sure to add sparkle.

Available in different metals and varying carat weights the diamond tennis bracelet will add glamour and sophistication to make every outfit feel extra special.

18ct white gold diamond line bracelet 1.00ct £1,765

18ct white gold diamond line bracelet 3.24ct £4,065

18ct white gold diamond line bracelet 5.28ct £7,895

18ct white gold diamond line bracelet 6.61ct £9,865

Although the tennis bracelet was not designed to be a fashion accessory for match play, it was the game of tennis that gave the bracelet its name. Ever since the tennis legend Chris Evert had an unfortunate mishap during a major tennis tournament, these diamond bracelets have been called “tennis bracelets.”

BESPOKE DESIGN SERVICE If you are looking for something completely unique and original, or should you be looking to transform an old piece of jewellery into something more modern, then we are able to offer an in-house design service.

JEWELLERY REPAIRS & ALTERATIONS At Johnsons Jewellers we have two resident Goldsmiths who work on site, with the latest advanced equipment to carry out a variety of different repairs; from soldering a break in a chain, to re-sizing of a ring, to a complete re-make of a worn-out favourite. Our goldsmiths have a wealth of experience and knowledge of all manner of jewellery repairs, meaning we can provide a first class service.

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For Light Lovers Only Forevermark Black Label Collection Five shapes, each cut with supreme symmetry to unleash the dazzling light of a Forevermark diamond.

Beautiful. Rare. Responsibly Sourced.

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CLASSIC Johnsons Jewellers brings you a wide range of eternity rings to help you celebrate a special anniversary or marking an important milestone. Express your devotion with one of our stunning eternity rings.

1. Platinum brilliant cut grain set eternity band .65ct £1,350 2. 18ct white gold offset diamond band .26ct £1,100 3. 18ct white gold baguette and brilliant cut alternate band .25ct £885 4. 18ct white gold brilliant cut diamond set channel ring .20ct £750 5. Platinum brilliant cut channel set ring .75ct £2,000 6. 18ct white gold 24 brilliant cut diamonds in a grain setting .15ct £750 7. 18ct white gold 24 princess cut channel set band .33ct £1,000

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CONTEMPORARY Our collection of half and full eternity rings are perfect for making that promise to the one you love.

Elegant and symbolising an everlasting love that never ends, discover yours…

8. 18ct white gold 11 brilliant cut diamonds in a channel setting to the centre with a row of diamonds on each edge 1.30ct £4,150 9. 18ct white gold wishbone shaped brilliant cut set band .30ct £1,085 10. Platinum princess cut channel shaped band .25ct £1,230 11. Platinum double row brilliant cut eternity band .75ct £2,150 12. 18ct white gold 7 brilliant cut band .50ct £1,400 13. Platinum full eternity brilliant cut diamond eternity ring .55ct £1,395 14. Platinum 22 brilliant cut full eternity band 2.00ct £3,800 15. 18ct white gold brilliant cut ring set with diamond set bars 1.20ct £3,395

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PRETTY, LITTLE DIAMONDS Show someone how much you care with a piece of diamond set jewellery.

Beautiful diamond jewellery available in yellow, white or rose gold, or a combination of metals. Here we have selected a few of our favourites.

Visit us in store for a wider selection.

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9ct rose gold diamond set open pendant £745

9ct rose gold diamond pear drop shaped pendant £595

9ct rose gold open diamond set stud earrings £465

9ct rose gold pear shaped dropper earrings £325

9ct yellow and white gold diamond set wavy pendant £315

9ct yellow gold diamond set dropper earrings £285

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9ct rose, yellow and white gold diamond set band £615

18ct rose gold rub set diamond pendant £785

18ct rose gold diamond set twisted bangle £1755

9ct yellow gold diamond set open pendant £400

9ct yellow gold diamond set 2 strand ring £245

9ct yellow gold 3 strand diamond set earrings £255

18ct white gold cross over diamond set bangle £1495

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9ct polished and lined circle necklace £895

9ct twisted hoop earrings £190

9ct wide cuff bangle £795

9ct polished knot studs £80

18ct moon drop necklace £850

ALL THAT GLITTERS IS GOLD An eclectic collection of luxury gold jewellery from stud earrings to statement cuff bangles.

9ct yellow bar chain £165

9ct yellow and white collar £935 Also available in bracelet £425

9ct oval link bracelet £185

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Tree of Life collection in silver and gold

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GIFTS FOR HER Find the perfect gift for that special woman in your life.

From Hugo Boss to Swarovski, choose from our stylish accessories.

1. Swarovski black glam rock iPhone 7 case £55 2. Hugo Boss Verse taupe A5 folder £225 3. WOLF Chloe single watch winder £215 4. WOLF Chloe jewellery portfolio case £119 5. Swarovski dark blue crystalline ballpoint pen £25 6. Hugo Boss sophisticated gold diamond cut ballpoint pen £85 7. Montblanc Meisterstuck Le Grand platinum coated details fountain pen £515

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GIFTS FOR THE GIRLS Mark a special occasion with a gift that she will treasure. We have a wide selection of silver fashion branded jewellery that she will love.

CARAT* London Lexi bracelet £169

Ti Sento silver flower cluster pendant £89

Thomas Sabo cluster disk and chain bracelet £90

Hot Diamonds Faith teardrop pendant £80

Swarovski Sparkling Dance star chain earrings £69

Thomas Sabo Glam and Soul pear stud earrings £59

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Ti Sento Mother of Pearl signet ring £69

Ti Sento Mother of Pearl drop earrings £109

Links of London 20/20 mini necklace £160

Thomas Sabo Eternity of Love necklace £150

Emozioni 30 ″ popcorn chain £80 Emozioni Reflessi 33mm coin keeper £140 Emozioni Balance and Harmony 33mm coin £45

Swarovski Angelic necklace and earring set £159

CARAT* London Victoria ring £89

Links of London Dream Catcher bracelet £85

Hot Diamonds crystal bar bracelet £95

Swarovski Baron bracelet £159

CARAT* London Baguette brilliant round drop earrings £249

Links of London Aurora hoop earrings £110

Hot Diamonds Chandelier vintage drop earrings £90

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RETRO INSPIRED WATCHES Lose the gadgets and screens, and take inspiration from the vintage look with one of these retro inspired watches.

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1. Breitling Transocean Day and Date on brown leather strap £4,020 2. Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch chronograph with Sedna rose gold case and silver dial on a brown leather strap £12,000 3. TAG Heuer 40th Anniversary Monza with 42mm grade 5 titanium case and black dial on a black leather strap £4,150 4. TAG Heuer Carrera with black baton dial with silver sub dials on a black leather deployment strap £4,000 5. TUDOR Black Bay Dark with 41mm black PVD case and black dial on an aged black leather strap £2,970

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DAVID BECKHAM

One of the hardest-working players in the history of the sport, he has inspired generations and the growth of football around the world.

Entrepreneur, philanthropist and st yle icon, his inf luence on popular culture transcends the pitch. Some are born to follow.

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DIVING WATCHES For all adventure lovers out there explore the diving watch collection. Designed for practicality, precision and endurance these stylish timepieces are for an active person during the day, but with a sophisticated look for a night out.

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Hold your breath and dive right in with a luxury diving watch.

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1. TAG Heuer Aquaracer with 43mm stainless steel case and black chronograph dial £3,300 2. Omega Seamaster 300M Co-Axial with 41mm stainless steel case and blue dial £2,920 3. TAG Heuer Aquaracer ladies with 32mm stainless steel case and white Mother of Pearl dial £1100 4. TUDOR Pelagos with 42mm titanium and stainless steel case with blue index dial. Additional blue rubber strap included £3,160 5. Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean with automatic Co-Axial movement, 42mm stainless steel case and black dial on a stainless steel bracelet £4,160 6. Breitling Avenger II Seawolf with 45mm steel case and yellow arabic dial on a steel bracelet £3,300 7. Breitling Superocean 44 Special with black steel case and black dial on a black Ocean Racer rubber strap £4,030

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Watch es / Ro le x Watc he s

THE HISTORY OF ROLEX The Rolex name is synonymous with quality and prestige, known and respected the world over for its passion for innovation and a constant quest for excellence.

Its story began back in 1908, when German watchmaker Hans Wilsdorf coined the name “Rolex” to sign his creations. Hans foresaw that the wristwatch by its very nature was destined to become an everyday necessity – for men as well as for women – provided that it could be a precise, waterproof, robust and reliable instrument. His stroke of genius was to anticipate what is now taken for granted, and to contribute to making the wristwatch what it is today.

In 1905, when living in London – then the economic and financial capital of the world – and observing the remarkable rise in leisure time and the practice of sports, Hans set out to prove to a still sceptical public that wristwatches and precision timekeeping were compatible.

His quest was soon crowned with resounding success. In 1910, a Rolex wristwatch obtained the first certificate in the world granted to such a watch by the Official Watch Rating Centre in Bienne, Switzerland. Four years later, a similar model received the first “Class A” certificate accorded to a wristwatch from the prestigious Kew Observatory in England, a distinction until then reserved for marine chronometers. This was proof that wristwatches and chronometric precision could go hand in hand.

The next challenge was waterproofness. The precision of the

wristwatch would be seriously compromised if its case did not keep out water and dust. After moving to Geneva, Switzerland, largely for its internationally renowned watchmaking reputation, Hans realised the potential of the wristwatch for the 20th century. In 1926, he created and launched the iconic Rolex Oyster – the very first waterproof wristwatch and now a pillar of a collection of legendary watches, among the most recognised and recognisable in the world.

Thanks to the Oyster and its totally innovative waterproof case, Rolex stepped firmly into watchmaking history. After chronometric precision and waterproofness, Hans sought to complete the third key feature of the Oyster model, the self-winding mechanism. As long as a wristwatch had to be wound by hand daily, its crown had to be unscrewed, compromising its waterproofness and therefore its precision. In 1931, Rolex invented the first wristwatch self-winding system with a free rotor, named the Perpetual rotor, wound by the wearer’s arm movements alone.

The Perpetual rotor made manual winding a thing of the past.

As of 1926 and the invention of the Oyster, the world became a proving ground for Rolex to validate the intrinsic qualities of its watches under real-life conditions. Wherever extreme conditions prevail, on the seas or in the depths of the oceans,

Rolex invented the first wristwatch selfwinding system with a free rotor, named the Perpetual rotor, wound by the wearer’s arm movements alone.

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on the highest mountain tops or in polar regions, Rolex has continuously tested the precision, waterproofness, robustness and reliability of its timepieces.

Take Sir Malcolm Campbell, who in 1935, at the wheel of his specially built record-breaking car Bluebird, became the first man to reach the mythical speed of 300 mph (approximately 480 km/h) with an Oyster on his wrist. In 1947, the first pilot to break the sound barrier, at the controls of a rocket-powered aircraft, was also wearing a Rolex Oyster. From the 1930s, the Oyster was worn on numerous Himalayan expeditions, including the 1953 expedition team featuring Sir Edmund Hillary, who were the first to reach the summit of Everest.

In the 1940s and 1950s, Rolex launched watches of great prestige that would be worn by influential figures and would very rapidly become timeless classics of the Oyster collection.

The year 1945 saw the birth of the Oyster Perpetual Datejust, the first self-winding wrist chronometer to indicate the date in a window on the dial. A watch of great distinction, equipped with a fluted bezel and a Jubilee bracelet created specially for it, the Datejust was immediately recognisable.

In 1956 the Oyster Perpetual Day-Date made its debut. It was the first wristwatch to display the day of the week spelt out in full in a window on the dial in addition to the date. Available only in platinum or 18ct gold, it has always featured a crystal with a Cyclops lens that enlarges the date for easy reading.

Rolex continued to demonstrate innovation throughout the 1950s and developed the concept of tool-watches called “Professional” watches, which feature dedicated functions for specific activities such as diving and flying – an important

element of the Oyster collection that continues to this day.

The year 1960 was marked by the sad death of Hans Wilsdorf. He left a considerable legacy and had the genius to ensure the lasting success of his accomplishments. A watchmaking house built on vision and innovation, Rolex has since been transformed into a universal watch brand, one of the most prestigious in the world.

In 1968, under its new guidance, Rolex created the Cellini collection, inspired by the great Renaissance artist Benvenuto Cellini, sculptor and goldsmith to the popes – a name that befittingly evokes the refined classicism of these elegant timepieces. This iconic range includes all the non-Oyster dress watches offered by the brand over the subsequent years.

Today Rolex remains at the forefront of the watchmaking art, still innovating and regularly launching a new generation of innovative and patented movements and technologies. All of the new Oyster and Cellini models developed in recent years are the exemplary product of a completely integrated and independent watchmaking company, built on uncompromising values, with unparalleled means to perpetuate Rolex’s passion for perfection.

Rolex and the Oyster continue to write some of the most fascinating chapters in the history of watchmaking.

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DIAMOND SET WATCHES Johnsons offer a stunning collection of diamond watches from prestigious brands and fashion designers. Diamond set watches are perfect for any special occasion.

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1. TAG Heuer Link Lady with blue Mother of Pearl dial and diamond set bezel £2,900 2. Raymond Weil Noemia watch with silver diamond dial and diamond bezel £2,095 3. Longines Symphonette watch with black diamond dial £3,110 4. Breitling Galactic 29 watch with Mother of Pearl diamond dial and diamond bezel £6,670 5. Omega Constellation with white Mother of Pearl diamond dot dial £3,760

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1. Hugo Boss Rafale chronograph watch with black baton dial £325 2. Emporio Armani gents watch with 43mm case and blue baton dial £219 3. Michael Kors Darci watch with silver baton dial on a bracelet £249 4. Swarovski crystalline oval blue watch £279 5. Tissot PRS200 chronograph watch with white baton dial £380 6. Citizen Calibre 8700 watch with blue roman dial £329 7. Michael Kors Gage chronograph watch with black arabic dial on a tan leather strap £229 8. Emporio Armani ladies watch with 32mm round case and Mother of Pearl ¼ roman dial £339 9. Citizen Eco Drive diamond set watch with Mother of Pearl dial £499 10. Hugo Boss gold plated cocktail watch with silver dial £199 11. Thomas Sabo Rebel Spirit chronograph watch with black baton dial on a bracelet £349 12. Tissot rose gold plated T-Wave quartz watch with Mother of Pearl diamond set dial £490 13. Swarovski rose gold plated Lovely Crystals mini watch with Mother of Pearl dial £319 14. Thomas Sabo Karma watch with silver roman dial on a bracelet £298

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Watc h e s / U nd e r £500

WATCHES UNDER £500 Believe it or not, you don’t need to spend over the odds for a sleek and stylish watch. We stock a wide range of different brands and designs to ensure there is a style suited to everyone. We have selected some of our favourites, ranging from a complex and detailed design to something more classic and minimal.

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Give him a gift he will love, whatever the occasion.

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FOR THE DISCERNING GENT Elegant and timeless accessories for stylish men from Montblanc, Hugo Boss and Deakin & Francis

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Prices correct at time of going to press November 2017

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1. Montblanc 8 slot Extreme Wallet £215 2. Montblanc Meisterstuck credit card holder £135 3. Montblanc Starwalker Spirit of Racing ballpoint pen £325 4. Hugo Boss Essential matte chrome fountain pen £89 5. Deakin & Francis vintage steering wheel cufflinks £215 6. Deakin & Francis Union Jack cufflinks £215 7. Montblanc Urban Spirit cufflinks £245

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