Queen Elizabeth II's reign is the longest in history. On 2 June 2022, she celebrated the 70th anniversary of her accession to the throne. What better occasion to show off her Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse wristwatch, personalised with a bezel adorned with 30 diamonds. The Queen, who has always been passionate about watchmaking, owns a vast collection of watches, of which this luxury piece is the most famous.
Patek Philippe is a family business founded in 1839 in Geneva, Switzerland. For more than a century, it has carried on a tradition that has accompanied the world's most powerful people. Their design has impressed not only Queen Elizabeth II, but also the President of the Russian Federation.
For several years, Vladimir Putin has chosen to wear a Patek Philippe on his wrist. Numerous sources have suggested over the years that the Russian president is a great watch collector. His personal collection could not be short of watches from this luxury brand.
Putin, in particular, likes to wear a Patek Philippe reference 5039. This model is equipped with a 240Q calibre, making it almost identical to the 3940 model. However, it has a special and rare case with a guilloché bezel. The Russian leader likes to wear it on all occasions, even sporting ones, as he takes advantage of the fact that the watch is water-resistant.
Benjamin Netanyahu was Prime Minister of Israel until 13 June 2021. At official events, the Israeli politician likes to show off his Panerai Luminor PAM 048. This model is distinguished by its date display with a cyclopean lens, while retaining Panerai's undeniable style.
The Panerai brand was founded in Florence in 1860, not only as a simple boutique with a workshop, but also as the city's first watchmaking school. With quality and design at the forefront, Panerai watches have always met the needs of their customers by providing refined, precise and luxurious timepieces.
When he was elected 46th President of the United States, Joe Biden wore his Rolex Datejust 41 mm with a blue dial and jubilee bracelet. It was on this occasion that most observers first noticed this luxury accessory, but watch enthusiasts already know that the current US President has long been a watch collector and enthusiast.
Lyndon Johnson was the last American president to wear a Rolex during his term of office. That's why the detail jumped out at even the most experienced watch collectors. With its timeless design, the Rolex Datejust has been a watchmaking icon since 1945. In fact, it was the first automatic, chronometer-equipped, water-resistant wristwatch to also indicate the date in a small space on the dial at 3 o'clock.
The leader of North Korea is fascinated by the world of watches and is a great collector. On special occasions, when he appears in public, he is often seen wearing a 40 mm IWC Portofino with an 18-carat pink gold case, bezel and hour markers, and a silver dial. A watch that does not go unnoticed because of its unique character.
Kim Jong Un was seduced by the elegance of the Portofino model, which for over thirty years has captured the essence, good taste and simplicity of Mediterranean style. Since 1984, this line has been part of IWC's timeless collection.
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has chosen to wear a 34 mm Pulsar By Seiko with a black leather strap and quartz movement. This model fully reflects the British politician's style, embodying both simplicity and tradition. A luxury accessory, but relatively inexpensive ($55 USD) compared to the models mentioned above.
Pulsar is a brand belonging to a division of the Seiko Watch Corporation of America. Created as one of the first digital models, the Pulsar is now essentially analogue. Pulsar is part of Seiko, an avant-garde Japanese brand in constant pursuit of perfection. Founded in 1881, it has been perpetuating its values and history for over 100 years.
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