Introducing the new Orbis in Machina Central Monotourbillon from Roger Dubuis, unveiled at #WatchesandWondersShanghai. Following the original Orbis in Machina launched earlier this year, this newest edition is decorated with rubies and diamonds.

This mesmerizing new Central Monotourbillon perfectly highlights the duality of Roger Dubuis – and its ability to cross the generations of watchmaking to strike the perfect balance between the past and the future.

Rather than being deterred by the difficulty of the Central Monotourbillon, the Roger Dubuis watchmakers have taken an innovative approach, which has moved away from traditional horological theory, and led to two patent-pending systems that have revolutionized the Maison’s Central Tourbillon engineering.

The name, Orbis in Machina, is indeed a nod to the circular orbit of the watch’s display, as well as the revolving nature of the tourbillon. A fusion of movement and mechanical ingenuity that brings the concept to life.

Separating this edition of the Orbis in Machina to the original, the inclusion of diamonds and rubies gives this new watch its own distinctive sense of power, elegance, and remarkable sophistication.

Reflecting the eminent reputation of the Central Monotourbillon, the Maison has chosen to decorate the timepiece in 132 baguette-cut gems, not only for a statement of style, but also for an impression of high-level success and determination.

The embellishment includes 12 rubies and 48 diamonds on the dial, and a sparkling framework of 72 diamonds on the bezel. It’s a beautiful contrast of colour that helps to enhance the radiant warmth of the watch’s 45mm case in 18K pink gold, while also matching the red calf-skin leather strap with its Quick Release System.