The CIGA Design Blue Planet Ice Age takes the same concept and softens it. Instead of strong contrast or metallic highlights, it leans into cooler tones and layered textures - creating a dial that feels calmer, but no less detailed. Time is still read through motion, but the experience is more subdued. Inspiration & Design The design draws from glacial landscapes and frozen terrain. Rather than emphasising separation between elements, the dial blends them. Land and ocean transition more gradually, creating a sense of continuity across the surface. The result is less graphic, more atmospheric - closer to a landscape than a display. Dial & Case Details The dial is constructed as a three-dimensional Earth, with terrain rendered through layered finishing and subtle tonal shifts. Unlike the Black Gold version, contrast is intentionally reduced. Details emerge through texture rather than colour, giving the dial a softer visual presence. Light plays a key role - revealing contours gradually rather than immediately. The case remains restrained, allowing the dial’s surface treatment to define the watch. Movement & Mechanics The automatic movement drives the rotating Earth display. Time is read against a fixed indicator, with the globe acting as the moving element. The motion is continuous and slow, reinforcing the overall calmness of the design. The mechanics stay in the background - the emphasis here is on surface and form. Bracelet/Strap & Wearability The softer palette makes this one of the more wearable Blue Planet variants. It integrates easily with neutral outfits and does not dominate the wrist, despite the complexity of the dial. Presence comes from detail, not contrast. Final Impression The Ice Age version offers a different entry point into the Blue Planet series. Where other versions are more expressive, this one is more restrained - focusing on texture, tone, and atmosphere. For those who appreciate subtlety over statement, it is the most understated interpretation of the concept. Technical Specifications Case size: 46mm Case material: Ceramic Case back: Sapphire exhibition caseback Movement type: Automatic Movement no.: In-house movement Power reserve: Approx 40hrs Dial: Unique dial design depicting our planet Earth on your wrist Glass: Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating Water resistance: 3ATM Strap type: Ceramic and fluorine rubber Strap material: White ceramic bracelet and white fluorine rubber Buckle: Deployant clasp for the bracelet and tang buckle for the rubber strap Warranty: 2 years

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The CIGA Design Blue Planet Gilding Black Gold watch shifts the concept into a more defined visual language. Where earlier versions emphasised form, this variant introduces contrast - using black and 24K gold to sharpen the structure of the Earth and make the passage of time more legible. It remains unconventional, but more resolved. Inspiration & Design The design continues to centre on Earth as a system in motion. Here, the addition of black creates a stronger visual foundation, allowing the gilded terrain to stand out with greater clarity. The contrast enhances both depth and readability, giving the dial a more architectural presence. It feels less like a concept piece, and more like a finished object. Dial & Case Details The dial is constructed as a three-dimensional Earth, with oceans, landforms, and terrain rendered in precise proportion. Using CNC engraving and multi-layer gilding, the surface captures both the contours and relative altitude of the landscape. Each dial is produced over 68 hours, with multiple finishing stages to achieve depth and clarity. 24K gold is applied selectively across the terrain, introducing warmth and contrast while highlighting the sculptural details of the globe. Against the darker base, the gold elements become more pronounced - reinforcing the depth and making the structure easier to read. Movement & Mechanics The automatic movement is adapted to drive the rotating Earth display. Instead of traditional hands, time is read against a fixed indicator while the globe itself rotates. This changes how time is perceived - less segmented, more continuous. The mechanics remain largely hidden, but their effect defines the entire experience. Bracelet/Strap & Wearability Despite its visual complexity, the watch wears comfortably. The case proportions remain balanced, while the darker palette makes it feel slightly more understated on the wrist compared to lighter Blue Planet variants. It carries presence, but in a more controlled way. Final Impression The CIGA Design Blue Planet Gilding Black Gold Automatic Watch refines an already unconventional concept. By introducing contrast and material depth, it makes the design more legible, more structured, and ultimately more wearable. For those drawn to the Blue Planet but looking for a stronger visual anchor, this is the most resolved execution. Technical Specifications Case size: 46mm Case material: Ceramic Case back: Sapphire exhibition caseback Movement type: Automatic Movement no.: In-house movement Power reserve: Approx 40hrs Dial: Unique dial design depicting our planet Earth on your wrist Glass: Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating Water resistance: 3ATM Strap type: Ceramic and fluorine rubber Strap material: Black ceramic bracelet and black fluorine rubber Buckle: Deployant clasp for the bracelet and tang buckle for the rubber strap Warranty: 2 years

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