Cobalt Gem
$8997,614
45 mmSapphire
The Sensei's take
The Thomas Earnshaw Cobalt Gem is a striking piece for collectors and enthusiasts who appreciate Horological artistry. Its exquisite skeleton dial and limited availability make it not just a watch, but a conversation starter. At $2,100, it's a compelling value for those seeking a luxury tourbillon.
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24 Pieces Only Per Variant Experience the pinnacle of horological artistry with the Parsons Tourbillon. Crafted with a captivating skeleton dial, a transparent caseback, and glass side panels, the Parsons offers a mesmerising view into the intricate mechanics at its core. Encased in a 45mm frame, the bezel is gracefully adorned with 45 meticulously set gemstone accents, each one a radiant tribute to true craftsmanship.
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At a glance
Strengths & trade-offs
Pulled straight from the spec sheet, framed for the buyer. The editorial verdict is the Sensei's take above.
Strengths
- Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
- Luminous dial and hands
Trade-offs
- Priced above what the spec suggests
Sensei Says
The specs, in plain English
On the wrist
At 45 mm it wears boldly, a long 54.5 mm lug-to-lug favours larger wrists.
The value
Fairly priced for what it is.
On the wrist
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Specifications
- Reference
- ES-8317-04
- Released
- 2026
- Production
- Limited edition
- Case diameter
- 45 mm
- Lug-to-lug
- 54.5 mm
- Thickness
- 13 mm
- Lug width
- 22 mm
- Case shape
- Round
- Case material
- stainless steel
- Crystal
- Sapphire · anti-reflection
- Bezel
- None
- Caseback
- Exhibition
- Dial colour
- blue
- Dial finish
- Skeleton
- Indices
- applied
- Lume
- Yes — Swiss Newlite
- Strap / bracelet
- genuine leather
- Functions
- Tourbillon, Time
- Fit
- Unisex
The maker
Thomas Earnshaw
The philosophy of Thomas Earnshaw revolves around creating high-quality timepieces at fair prices while embracing vintage watchmaking techniques. The brand focuses on intricate designs and craftsmanship, continuously innovating with new materials and styles that celebrate classic watchmaking.
