{"product_id":"diatom-mercury-limited-edition-watch","title":"Diatom Mercury Limited Edition Watch","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Diatom Mercury Limited Edition Watch pays tribute to the smallest planet in our Solar System and the pioneering space missions that helped establish humanity's ability to travel beyond Earth. Limited to just 450 pieces worldwide, this exceptional 39.5mm Swiss automatic watch forms part of the Diatom Inner Worlds collection, featuring an intricately textured enamel dial inspired by Mercury's distinctive planetary surface. Powered by the Swiss ETA 2892-A2 automatic movement with a 42-hour power reserve, the Diatom Mercury combines contemporary watchmaking with authentic space exploration history, creating an extraordinary luxury timepiece for collectors who appreciate precision engineering and celestial design.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe distinctive enamel dial captures the character of Mercury, a world defined by its ancient cratered landscape and remarkable geological history. Diatom translates the planet's unique textures into a carefully engineered dial, using precision embossing and multiple fine enamel coatings to create depth and intricate surface detail. The manufacturing process involves shaping and machining the dial before introducing its distinctive relief, allowing the finished surface to reflect the appearance of the planet that inspired it. This sophisticated approach to dial construction gives the Diatom Mercury a compelling visual identity, combining traditional watchmaking craftsmanship with the extraordinary imagery associated with planetary exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA particularly remarkable feature of the Diatom Mercury is the incorporation of genuine material from the Liberty Bell 7 spacecraft within its automatic movement rotor. Liberty Bell 7 formed part of NASA's pioneering Mercury programme, which established the foundations of American human spaceflight and helped pave the way for the later Gemini and Apollo missions. This authentic spacecraft material provides a tangible connection to one of the most important periods in the history of space exploration. Every Diatom Mercury is also launched to more than 120,000 feet above Earth's surface, with high-definition onboard cameras recording the watch against the curvature of the planet and the darkness of space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe watch features a refined 39.5mm case manufactured from 316L stainless steel, combining contemporary styling with practical everyday durability. Its slim 9.35mm profile and 48mm lug-to-lug measurement create balanced proportions, while a double-domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating provides excellent clarity and scratch resistance. Water resistant to 100 metres, the watch is presented on a matching stainless steel bracelet for a sophisticated integrated appearance. The Swiss ETA 2892-A2 automatic mechanical movement provides dependable timekeeping and a 42-hour power reserve, with Diatom subjecting its movements to testing both on Earth and during their high-altitude journeys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Diatom Mercury Limited Edition Watch is an outstanding choice for enthusiasts searching for a Diatom Mercury watch, Swiss automatic enamel dial watch, limited edition space watch, Liberty Bell 7 watch, Mercury programme-inspired watch or luxury stainless steel mechanical timepiece. Combining an intricate planetary dial, genuine historic spacecraft material, a Swiss ETA automatic movement and an extraordinary journey above Earth's atmosphere, this remarkable watch celebrates the engineering achievements that transformed human spaceflight. With only 450 examples available worldwide, the Diatom Mercury offers collectors a distinctive connection to the history of NASA's pioneering missions and the wider exploration of our Solar System.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Diatom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59177722773887,"sku":"DIA-002","price":2200.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/4471\/3855\/files\/diatom-mercury-limited-edition-watch-image.png?v=1794575365","url":"https:\/\/www.clarindon.co.uk\/es\/products\/diatom-mercury-limited-edition-watch","provider":"Clarindon Jewellers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}