Girard-Perregaux Presents Laureato Green Ceramic Aston Martin Edition

By Gabriel Pessoa March 23, 2023

The Girard-Perregaux Laureato Green Ceramic Aston Martin Edition embodies a blockbuster collaboration between the Swiss Maison and the British Marque.

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This is the firs time a Laureato features a green ceramic case and bracelet, further marking the momentous occasion that is the collaboration between these two timeless brands. The Laureato Green Ceramic Aston Martin Edition is set to be offered in two sizes (42mm and 38mm), and each size is a limited edition. Expect these timepieces to remain a rare sight to see.

Launched in 1975, the first Laureato featured an octagonal bezel that sat atop a circular plinth which in turn was positioned above an angular tonneau-shaped case. The new Laureato Green Ceramic Aston Martin Edition respects these timeless elements but employs ultra-modern ceramic for the bracelet and case. The green ceramic components are particularly hard, up to seven times harder than steel, delivering incredible scratch resistance, a quality that will ensure the watch retains its showroom-fresh appearance for years to come. Another attribute of the green ceramic components is that they will never age or fade with the passage of time. Furthermore, ceramic is unaffected by changes in ambient temperature, it’s light, hypoallergenic and proves remarkably smooth, all factors that deliver extraordinary wearer comfort.

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Both versions of the Laureato Green Ceramic Aston Martin Edition are housed in a slender case. The 42mm model is fitted with the Calibre GP01800,while the 38mm version is equipped with the Caliber GP03300. Both in-house movements are self-winding and can be admired though a see-through case-back, personalized with the Aston Martin logo.

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Consistent with the Maison’s reputation for making wonderful expressions of Haute Horlogerie, each movement is beautifully appointed. Circular graining features on the main plate, while other components are endowed with bevelling, mirror-polishing, satin finish, snailing, sunray finish and various engravings. The bridges are decorated with straight Côtes de Genève and the oscillating weight is embellished with circular Côtes de Genève. Lastly, the movements have a power reserve of at least 46 hours (38mm) and 54 hours (42mm).