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Intricate mechanical tourbillon movement of a vintage pocket watch, showcasing gears and springs in a detailed close-up.
Horology & Jewels

The Tourbillon, 1801: How Breguet's Whirlwind Went From Necessity to Luxury

Invented by Abraham-Louis Breguet in 1801, the tourbillon is a rotating cage designed to counteract gravity's effects on a mechanical watch's escapement and balance wheel. Originally a functional necessity for pocket watches, it has evolved into a symbol of horological artistry and luxury in modern wristwatches.

Eleanor Vance·June 25, 2026
A luxurious Richard Mille RM HJ-02 high-jewelry tourbillon watch, adorned with 1,399 precious and ornamental stones, showcased in a dramatic, opulent setting.
Horology & Jewels

Richard Mille Unveils New High-Jewelry Tourbillon Watch Collection

Each of Richard Mille's new RM HJ-02 high-jewelry watches is adorned with a staggering 1,399 precious and ornamental stones.

Eleanor Vance·May 28, 2026