In 1810, Abraham-Louis Breguet crafted a groundbreaking piece for Caroline Bonaparte, the Queen of Naples. This delicate oval-shaped timekeeper has come to be regarded as the very first wristwatch ever created. Now, more than two centuries later, that legacy lives on in the Reine de Naples collection, where history and elegance intertwine.
Reference 8918BB/58/964 carries that lineage forward with an 18K white gold oval case with modern dimensions, Breguet’s fluted case band, and a bezel set with brilliant diamonds. Its mother-of-pearl dial shimmers with natural depth, framed by an off-centered numeral ring and the brand’s signature blued steel hands. Beneath the artistry beats the automatic Caliber 537/3, offering modern reliability with a 45-hour power reserve, while a refined alligator strap completes the watch's timeless presence.
Breguet’s creation for the Queen of Naples marked the beginning of the wristwatch era, and the 8918 carries that spirit into the present with a design rooted in history yet perfectly at home on the wrist. It serves as a good reminder that being first never fades; it simply continues to evolve.
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Condition
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The following define the various condition types:
- Mint - Mint condition
- Excellent - Like new – may have slight surface scratches
- Very Good - May have any of the following: light scratches; slightly stretched bracelet; patina on dial, hands, or bezel
Excellent
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Circa
2000s
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Gender
Women's
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Case Size
37 mm x 29 mm
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Movement
Automatic
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Strap/Bracelet Material
Alligator/Crocodile
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Details
Diamond Buckle
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Item Number
VBR00745
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Manufacturer Reference #
8918BB/58/964
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Case Shape:
Oval
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Case Thickness
10 mm
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Crystal
Sapphire
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Dial Color
Mother-of-Pearl White
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Dial Markers
Arabic
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Water Resistance
30 meters
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Strap/Bracelet
Strap - Deployant
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