Dubai, United Arab Emirates (PressExposure) October 11, 2010 -- 72 women's watches from various renowned watchmaking brands were candidates for the famous watch of the year 2010 award (« Uhr des Jahres 2010 »), granted by the German magazine ARMBANDUHREN and the weekly newspaper WELT am SONNTAG. Further to the vote of more than 8000 readers, Baume & Mercier's Hampton Classic 8811 watch was awarded the first price in the women's watches category. This award represents a great honour for Baume & Mercier, especially as it was the readers' choice. Belonging to the Hampton collection launched in 1994, the Hampton Classic 8811 watch, set with 32 diamonds, has a classic and timeless elegance. The contrast between its rectangular mother of pearl case and its black alligator strap gives to this feminine watch a sophisticated style. Furthermore, as a wink, is an off-centred diamond on the crown, signature for all Baume & Mercier ladies' watches.
In 2001, Baume & Mercier enriched its Hampton collection by launching the Hampton Spirit. While retaining the signature features of the Hampton Milleis, its rectangle was placed horizontally and opted for an avant-garde, highly graphic design. The following year, the Design Studio created a High Jewelry version graced by a subtle combination of trapeze-cut, baguette-cut and round-cut diamonds.
Baume & Mercier was founded in 1830. Baume & Mercier's history has been marked by a series of profitable associations: charismatic men who have worked together in total harmony, driven by a single aim: to manufacture watches of the highest quality.
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