The race is soon to host its 35th event making it the perfect time for Ulysse Nardin, partner of the Artemis Racing team, to unveil a limited gold edition (30 available) of the Classico Schooner AmericaThe schooner called America won a sailing competition in 1851 that was renamed the America’s Cup six years later in honour of the famous ship. .
Two leaf-shape luminescent hour and minute hands burst from the middle of the miniature artwork with a central seconds hand all in silver or gold depending on the model. Dots of various sizes make for low-key time markers.The cloisonné enamel dial sets the scene for a regatta near England’s Isle of Wight led by the schooner America.
The time functions are fuelled by the self-winding UN-815 calibre in the 40mm rose or white gold case.