Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF Hijri Perpetual Calendar Celebrates Islamic Hijri Calendar With Arabic Calligraphy Details

Parmigiani Fleurier, the Swiss watchmaker, has unveiled its latest addition to the Tonda PF collection – the Tonda PF Hijri Perpetual Calendar. This new timepiece combines meticulous craftsmanship with cultural significance, offering a distinct option for collectors.

Parmigiani Fleurier has a history of innovation in watchmaking. The Tonda PF collection, dedicated to exploring calendar complications, reflects the brand’s commitment to precision and craftsmanship. The Tonda PF Hijri Perpetual Calendar specifically celebrates the Islamic Hijri calendar, adding to Parmigiani Fleurier’s diverse range of offerings.

The inspiration behind Parmigiani Fleurier’s Tonda PF Hijri Perpetual Calendar stems from a deep appreciation for cultural diversity and historical significance. The brand recognizes calendars not just as tools for timekeeping but as reflections of the civilizations that created them. The Islamic Hijri calendar, in particular, served as the inspiration for this timepiece.

With its lunar-based system and unique cultural relevance, the Hijri calendar represents an intricate and profound way of marking time. Parmigiani Fleurier sought to honor this tradition by incorporating its complexities into the design of the Tonda PF Hijri Perpetual Calendar. From the vibrant Viridian Green dial to the meticulous arrangement of subdials, every aspect of the watch pays homage to the rich heritage of the Islamic calendar, making it a true symbol of cultural appreciation and craftsmanship.

The Tonda PF Hijri Perpetual Calendar features a 42mm stainless steel case with a Viridian Green dial adorned with Grain d’Orge guilloché. The case also includes a knurled platinum bezel, an anti-reflective sapphire crystal over the dial, sapphire crystal caseback, applied indices in 18ct gold rhodium-plated, gold skeleton delta-shaped hour and minutes hands, central seconds and calendar hands in rhodium-plated steel, three sub-dials for calendar indications with Arabic calligraphy, moon-phase indicator with the blue aventurine disc at 6 o’clock, and water resistance up to 100 meters. It comes with a polished and satin-finished stainless steel bracelet with a stainless steel folding clasp.

The Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF Hijri Perpetual Calendar is powered by the in-house Caliber PF009 automatic movement, known for its accuracy and reliability. The movement operates at 28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz) and features hours, minutes, and seconds, a Hijri perpetual calendar, moon phase functions, 310 components, 32 jewels, and a 48-hour power reserve.

The Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF Hijri Perpetual Calendar is priced at around $71,200 and is available in limited quantities. Collectors interested in acquiring this timepiece can visit the Parmigiani Fleurier website for more information.