# Sapphire Secret Watches The Girard-Perregaux Vintage 1945 Has a Revealing Sapphire Dial By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-11-24 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/girardperregaux-vintage-1945 References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/girard-perregaux-vintage-watch-1945/34853/) & [girard-perregaux](http://www.girard-perregaux.com/news/news-details-en.aspx?id=582) The Girard-Perregaux Vintage 1945 is an updated version of the famous watch that includes a [transparent sapphire dial](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenith-defy-zero-g) which reveals the inner workings of the watch, a classic dating back nearly seven decades. The watch's previously opaque dial is now transparent sapphire that has been treated with surface metallization, giving it a pleasing [smoky appearance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hublot-mp17-meca10). This design not only reveals the watch's workings but also provides a sense of depth. The Girard-Perregaux Vintage 1945 Large Sate and Moon-Phases is available in either stainless steel or pink gold with a black alligator strap. The stainless steel version costs $16,000 while the pink gold watch will set you back $33,800. Both watches boast a 46-hour power reserve and are water resistant up to depths of 30 meters. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/watches) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Transparent Sapphire Dials:** This trend of using transparent sapphire dials in watches presents opportunities for innovative designs and exquisite craftsmanship. - **Surface Metallization:** The use of surface metallization on transparent sapphire dials opens up possibilities for creating unique and alluring visual effects in watches. - **Revealing Watch Mechanisms:** The trend of revealing the inner workings of watches through transparent dials offers potential for disruptive innovations in watchmaking. ### Where This Applies - **Luxury Watchmaking:** Luxury watchmaking industry can leverage the trend of transparent sapphire dials to create high-end timepieces with exceptional aesthetics and technical sophistication. - **Jewelry and Accessories:** Jewelry and accessories industry can explore the use of transparent sapphire dials as a unique selling point, combining functionality with luxury design. - **Materials and Surface Treatments:** The materials and surface treatments industry can capitalize on the trend of surface metallization on transparent sapphire dials by developing innovative techniques and finishes for various applications. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Open-Concept Retro-Style Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amida-digitrend-open-sapphire.md) - [Premium Sapphire Watch Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rm-7501.md) - [Demure Iridescent Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-girard-perregeaux-x-astonmartin-laureato-chronograph-hero.md) - [Anniversary Sport Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laureato-fifty.md) - [Elevated Sleek Titanium Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lauretato-chronograph-ti49.md) - [Vibrant Sapphire-Encrusted Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tourbillon-skeleton-rainbow.md) - [Sculptural Titanium Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mp17-meca10.md) - [Sapphire Crystal Case Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenith-defy-zero-g.md) - [Intricately Elegant Watch Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pegasus-tourbillon.md)