{"product_id":"speake-marin-resilience-midnight-titanium-38mm-413802610","title":"Speake Marin Resilience Midnight Titanium 38mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPEAKE MARIN PRESENTS THE NEW   “RESILIENCE MIDNIGHT”, FEATURING A MESMERISING AVENTURINE DIAL. A   TIMEPIECE EVOKING ASTRONOMICAL WONDERS.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith the new Resilience Midnight, unveiled  to mark the Spring  Equinox on March 20, 2026, Speake Marin invites us  to step across the  threshold between light and night. This moment, when  day and night share  equal measure, is captured in a poetic reflection  of cosmic harmony,  evoked on the wrist by the depth of the aventurine  dial. Through this  creation, the Swiss Maison celebrates the Spring  Equinox as a moment of  renewal and balance, offering a refined  interpretation of one of the  Maison’s most iconic codes, where  aesthetics and mechanical expertise  unite in a story of elegance and  mastery. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDistinguished by its refined deep blue hue, the  timepiece  features a precious aventurine dial that recalls the  mesmerising  spectacle of a starry night sky. Each dial becomes a  fragment of the  cosmos, where countless tiny copper inclusions shimmer  like distant  stars, an effect known as aventurescence. Complementing  this celestial  depth, the polished metal case captures and reflects  light at its most  intense, creating a sophisticated allure. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart  of the iconic Piccadilly Collection, the Resilience Midnight  is housed  in the brand’s emblematic round case – a defining element  since Speake  Marin’s origins. With soft and enveloping lines, a polished  finish and  the traditional screwed lugs, it is available in grade 5  titanium and  5N red gold. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA new aesthetics emerges, while the enduring spirit  of mechanical  excellence remains, embodied in the in-house manufacture  SMA03  self-winding movement that beats at its core. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eASTRONOMICAL INSPIRATION\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe  Equinox is the astronomical moment that marks the beginning  of spring  or autumn, when the Sun crosses the celestial equator and  moves from  the northern to the southern hemisphere, or vice versa. At  this precise  moment the Sun’s rays strike the Earth perpendicularly,  creating a  perfect balance between day and night, light and shadow. This  is, in  fact, the meaning of the word “Equinox”, derived from the Latin  aequa  nox, meaning “equal night (to day)”. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis fleeting celestial  equilibrium inspires the design of the  timepiece. Its duality is  captured in the aventurine dial, where  shimmering copper flecks evoke  the sparkle of stars emerging from the  night, capturing both night and  light in a refined composition. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Equinox also reflects Speake  Marin’s core values: balanced  proportions, harmonious design, and a  distinctive interpretation of the  art of watchmaking. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAVENTURINE DIAL: A STAR-STUDDED SKY\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt  the heart of the creation lies the mirror-polished aventurine  glass  dial, a hypnotic and captivating material that evokes a sense of   wonder. Legend has it that its origins date back to the first half of   the 17th century in Venice, when a Murano glassmaker accidentally -   “alla ventura” - as it was said in archaic Italian - dropped iron   filings into molten glass. The extraordinary shimmering effect that   resulted gave rise to the name “aventurine.” This material, both fragile   and luminous, requires superlative craftsmanship, with each dial   becoming a unique microcosm of stars. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe process begins with the  selection of the finest blocks of  aventurine glass, which are chosen  for their colour, translucency, and  natural shimmer. These blocks are  cut into thin discs using  high-precision diamond saws. These discs are  then shaped to the exact  dimensions of the watch case and drilled in  the centre to accommodate  the hand pins. The aventurine slabs  subsequently undergo an initial  polishing process to level their  surface. This is followed by a second  polishing stage, which is  designed to achieve the exact thickness  required. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA third, final  polish enhances their natural brillance. Finally,  each disc made of  deep blue aventurine glass is flawless and is mounted  on a brass plate  to form the dial. The display is equipped with indices  in the form of  elongated Roman numerals in a brilliant white, lending it  a touch of  classicism. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe distinctive hands – a double-leaf minute hand and  a  heart-shaped hour hand - are a direct homage to the clock of  London’s  Elizabeth Tower, a subtle reminder of Speake Marin’s British  heritage.  The outer edge of the dial features a bright white chemin de  fer minute  track, interrupted at 1:30 to accommodate the small seconds  counter. A  well-known position that is one of the brand’s signatures. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWearing  the Resilience Midnight is like carrying a fragment of  the night sky  on your wrist, a shimmering reminder that true beauty  often arises from  the interplay of chance, artisanal mastery and  celestial wonder. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE PICCADILLY CASE\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe  aventurine dial of the Resilience Midnight is protected by an   anti-reflective, domed sapphire crystal and is encased in the iconic   Piccadilly case. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRedesigned in 2017 by renowned Swiss designer  Eric Giroud and  with a polished finish, it is crafted in grade 5  titanium in both 42 mm  and 38 mm diameters, as well as red gold 5N  exclusively in the 38 mm  case size, paired with pink gold 4N hands,  ensuring an elegant fit for  wrists of all sizes, for both men and  women. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts round shape is distinguished by soft,  pleasant-to-the-touch  lines and a caseband accentuated by slightly  pronounced profiles. The  signature flared and fluted crown provides a  secure grip when setting  the time or manually winding the watch. The  shorter lugs hold a glossy,  luminous midnight-blue alligator leather  strap lined with orange leather  to reflect the light\/dark dichotomy and  secured by a deployant clasp. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe sapphire crystal case back  offers the owner a view of the  in-house calibre, showcasing its  exquisite finishing in full detail. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE IN-HOUSE SMA03 CALIBRE\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe  Resilience Midnight is powered by the SMA03 automatic  calibre,  entirely designed and manufactured in-house at Le Cercle des  Horlogers,  Speake Marin’s atelier in La Chaux-de-Fonds. It features the   distinctive small seconds display at 1:30, an unconventional position in   watchmaking that has become a hallmark of Speake Marin timepieces.   Automatic winding is ensured by an off-centred micro-rotor, fully   integrated into the calibre to maintain a slim profile, and topped with   the brand’s signature mirror-polished and 5N gold-plated topping tool. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eComprising  147 components, including 31 jewels, the SMA03 calibre  provides power  reserve of 52 hours and operates with a balance-wheel  beating at 28,800  vibrations per hour (4 Hz). The finishing, faithful to  the traditions  of fine watchmaking, can be admired through the sapphire  crystal case  back. \u003c\/p\u003eThe movement, rhodium-plated black in its main components,  features a  circular-grained mainplate, while the bridges are decorated  with 1.5 mm  Côtes de Genève stripes and polished and bevelled edges  perfected  through the anglage technique. The engraved inscriptions in  5N red gold  plating add a further touch of personalisation.","brand":"Speake-Marin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47199551094955,"sku":"413802610","price":26700.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/2783\/3515\/files\/5675885560.jpg?v=1780791260","url":"https:\/\/www.exquisitetimepieces.com\/products\/speake-marin-resilience-midnight-titanium-38mm-413802610","provider":"Exquisite Timepieces","version":"1.0","type":"link"}