Berkeley Watches
Backes and Strauss were founded in 1789, and are the oldest diamond company in the world. Examples of Backes and Strauss jewellery were shown at the Great Exhibition of 1851 and their hallmark was registered in London's Goldsmiths' Hall in 1878. A Backes and Strauss bracelet decorated with a classical Assyrian design can be found in the British Museum. They are unique among watchmakers; Backes and Strauss combines a genius for horology with a passion for diamonds. Backes and Strauss watches are a showcase for their diamonds, while the brilliance of these diamonds draws attention to the bold, graceful designs of the watches. It is this remarkable combination of the crafts of watchmaking and diamond-cutting that makes Backes & Strauss the ultimate diamond watch company.
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Berkeley Watches
The Berkeley drawns its inspiration from one of the most historically
charming of London's great squares; a graceful garden in the
heart of elegant, bustling Mayfair. The beautiful elegant square face of the Berkeley is made of the finest polishe dsilver and a set of the highest quality diamonds encircle the dial for ultimate luxury. The Berkeley hands are sword shaped and point out the time with ultimate accuracy, and the oversized numerals add a subtle hint of luxury. The garden that the Berkeley draws its inspiration from was originally laid out in the 18th century by master architect William Kent and the Berkeley hints back to the 18th century with it's delicate stylings. | 
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