The watch in homage to Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte
Napoleon Bonaparte, born in Corsica in 1769, was a French military man and statesman. A strategic genius, he became emperor in 1804 after putting an end to the French Revolution that began in 1789. He conquered much of Europe before being defeated and exiled, dying at the age of 51 on the island of Saint Helena, where he was held prisoner for six years. His vision of law and the state had a lasting impact on France and Europe.
choose the version that suits you
Automatic version
Quartz version
A Quartz watch uses a battery and a quartz crystal to provide remarkable accuracy.
Napoleon 1821 Automatic
From 1.899€
Discover the symbols of Napoleon 1821
Hover your mouse or press your thumb over the watch's elements to reveal hidden meanings. Each symbol has been carefully designed to tell a part of its story.
A granite base to affix the letters of imperial nobility
The Napoléon 1821 collection features a dial crafted from Vosges granite. This natural stone visually evokes the imperial green granite from Russia, used for the base of Napoleon's tomb at Les Invalides. Each watch is unique, sculpted from a raw material that embodies strength, memory, and singularity. The collection is limited to 500 numbered pieces.
“no one is required to do the impossible...”
— Napoleon Bonaparte
A symbolic transmission to the last descendant of Napoleon
In 2021, Col&MacArthur presented this collection to Charles Napoléon Bonaparte, a descendant of Jérôme Bonaparte, younger brother of Napoleon I, on the occasion of the inauguration of a cultural space at Liège-Guillemins station. This symbolic gesture, intended to honor and perpetuate the Napoleonic legacy, reinforces the legitimacy and emotional value of the collection. Col&MacArthur acts as a guardian of memory, ensuring a respectful and authentic tribute to this major historical figure.
Technical description
You might also like
Frequently Asked Questions