Jacob & Co. ‘Don Juan’ Opera Godfather

Maluma, identified for his distinctive type and aptitude, has added an unique one-of-one Jacob & Co. timepiece to his already spectacular assortment. The Colombian singer-songwriter just lately collaborated with Jacob & Co. to design a bespoke watch and pendant necklace to mark the discharge of his new album, 1 of 1.

Named the “Don Juan,” this practice wristwatch relies on the long-lasting Opera Godfather mannequin by the American watchmaker. Originally impressed by the 1972 movie The Godfather, the tourbillon options quite a few visible, symbolic, and graphic references to Francis Ford Coppola’s award-winning masterpiece. It even features a music field that performs Nino Rota’s legendary soundtrack. However, Maluma’s model departs from the standard Godfather motifs, incorporating distinctive components that commemorate his heritage and private journey.

The “Don Juan” is crafted from a mix of titanium and 18-karat rose gold, with a 49 mm case housing a triple-axis tourbillon and twin music field issues. These two cylinders rotate in opposition to particular person combs, making a symphony of motion. The dial combines 18-karat rose gold with purple lacquered components, and the music bins are adorned with Maluma’s private logos: an “M” on the plate and “DJ” on the piano. A miniature rose-gold crown, a signature of Maluma, is prominently positioned on the centre of the motion. Powered by the in-house, manual-winding JCFM04 calibre, the watch beats at a frequency of three Hz and presents an influence reserve of 42 hours. This one-of-a-kind piece is valued at $400,000.

In addition to the watch, Maluma co-designed a customized necklace with Jacob & Co. The handcrafted necklace pays homage to the pioneering Colombian artists who’ve influenced at this time’s music scene. It additionally honours the title observe of Maluma and Blessd’s new collaborative album. The music “1 of 1,” which emphasizes being really distinctive, consists of the founder’s voice. “‘One of 1’ means to me that there’s nothing prefer it in all the world,” the jewelry and watch designer says. “You are one among one.”

The necklace, crafted from 18-karat white and yellow gold, options a big cassette pendant measuring roughly 4.5 by 2.7 inches. The chain and pendant are encrusted with 25.85 carats of white brilliant-cut spherical diamonds (1,477 stones) and 5.87 carats of black spherical pave diamonds (439 stones). Following the album launch on June 6, Maluma met with Jacob & Co. executives in Paris, France, to unveil and have fun these distinctive items.