Celeste Watch Company Cloisonné Hummingbird by Merry-Lee Rae - 38mm Swiss AutomaticvsCeleste Watch Company Monarch - 38mm Swiss Automatic
Ref. cloisonne-hummingbird-by-merry-lee-rae-38mm-swiss-automatic·MSRP $5,800
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Measurements
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Cloisonné Hummingbird by Merry-Lee Rae - 38mm Swiss Automatic
Monarch - 38mm Swiss Automatic
Diameter
38mm
38mm
Thickness
10.8mm
10.8mm
Water Resistance
50m
50m
Power Reserve
41h
41h
MSRP
$5,800
$3,200
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Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW200-1
Pricing
1 specsReviews
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Celeste Watch Company Cloisonné Hummingbird by Merry-Lee Rae - 38mm Swiss Automatic owners praise the dial's play with light and gradient colors, noting its unique bubble depiction and depth as a stunner. One owner acquired a prototype with noticeable cracks on the dial, finding them acceptable due to a wabi-sabi aesthetic, but would not have tolerated discolored bubbles. The watch appears solidly made, though its specific model and original or resale value are unknown. On balance, owners appreciate the unique dial artistry and solid construction, with aesthetic tolerance for minor imperfections.
The Celeste Watch Company Monarch - 38mm Swiss Automatic is noted for its 38mm case size, which is considered a safer and more versatile option for most wrists compared to smaller alternatives. It is described as an entry-level Swiss watch. On balance, owners have mixed views on its value proposition, with one user questioning its price point above £500.
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