{"product_id":"speake-marin-resilience-midnight-titanium-42mm-414202610","title":"Speake Marin Resilience Midnight Titanium 42mm","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":47199549915307,"sku":"414202610","price":28000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/2783\/3515\/files\/5675851127.jpg?v=1780791251","url":"https:\/\/www.exquisitetimepieces.com\/products\/speake-marin-resilience-midnight-titanium-42mm-414202610","provider":"Exquisite Timepieces","version":"1.0","type":"link"}