Daily Archives: February 14, 2018

The First Electric Watch- The Hamilton Pacer

Most people look at this watch and think ‘Men in Black’, but the Hamilton Pacer’s true claim to fame is that it carries the first electric wrist watch movement offered to consumers. There are two versions of the movement- the 500, released in 1957, and the 505, a later upgrade. This is the original, and…

History- Belais and White Gold

This classic 18k white gold band was made by Belais. The company was founded by David Belais in 1863 and would remain in business until 1933. They created many beautiful pieces, but they are best remembered as the creators of white gold. They didn’t actually invent white gold, but they were the first US company…