U Series - Antarctica
- Category
- Petite Aiguille
- Case
- Ceramic
- Movement
- Self-winding mechanical Power reserve: 41 h, 28800 vph
- Functions
- Hours
- Size
- ø 43 mm
- Thickness
- 16.5 mm
- Water resistance
- 50 m
- Reference
- CIGA Design U Series-Antarctica
- Price
- 3,000 CHF
Description
"Call to Save Antarctic Glaciers!"
A dire phenomenon is unfolding in Antarctica: glaciers are melting at alarming rates. Scientists predict that by 2100—if global temperatures rise beyond 1.5°C—nearly half of Antarctic ice will vanish, submerging coastal regions inhabited by 275 million people across Shanghai, Venice, Miami, and beyond.
To perpetually awaken global consciousness, we present the Blue Planet: Antarctica Edition.
At its heart lies a micro-engraved dial replicating Antarctica's topography with scientific precision. Using predictive data, we've marked future flood zones with thermochromic ink. When exposed to sunlight outdoors, the "doomed" glacial areas gradually turn blue—visually merging with the ocean to simulate ice loss in real-time.
Crafted from advanced zirconia ceramic, the frost-white case embodies restrained resilience. Powered by CIGA Design's proprietary CD03 automatic movement with non-synchronous tracking technology, the rotating Earth disc enables its navigational marker to simultaneously indicate hours and minutes.
Supplied by the brand to the GPHG for its entry.