STROM Memento Mori, Carpe Diem Skeleton Watch

Memento Mori, Carpe Diem: This exceptional mechanical timepiece created by Swiss watch brand STROM reminds us that we are mortals. Dressed in precious 18 carat gold case, this timepiece houses a historical mechanical hand wound movement that dates back to 1950s.

In this limited edition model, the mechanical hand-wound movement is entirely skeletonised by hand. The original bridges and wheels have been replaced by skulls and bones, all carved by hand, to form a striking composition. They are further exalted by a traditional guilloché on the dial side, produced with rose engine lathes that are over150 years old.

Their mysterious dance continues on the movement side. Nine-piece limited series for each execution, in red gold or in white gold. The hand-crafted case in 18k white gold or 18k red gold, is carved with skulls and bones.

Technical details
Movement
Mechanical hand-wound, 1950s movement entirely skeletonised by hand
Rhodium-plated and gold-toned finish

Functions
Hours, minutes, seconds

Case
18k red gold or 18k white gold, with hand-carved skulls and bones
Cambered anti-reflective sapphire crystal

Dial
Rhodium-plated or gold-toned, hand-guilloché on 150-year-old lathes
Blackened steel hands
Small seconds at 6 o’clock

Strap
Black Hornback alligator with hand-crafted 18k gold buckle

Price
CHF 37,999/USD 39,999/ €31,555