From harvests, to navigation and the tides, the Earth and humanity have been influenced by the phase of the moon in many ways. The phrase “moon phase” refers to the sunlit portion of the moon we can see from Earth. When it comes to timekeeping, the night sky has had a massive influence on how we view and track time. A moonphase aperture adds a mystical, appealing quality to a watch. If you’re interested in purchasing a timepiece with this function but you’re not sure where to start from, to help you, we’ve compiled a list of moonphase watches for women.
The History Of Moonphase Watches
Ancient civilizations began tracking time through the position of the moon and the stars. With technological advances, timekeeping has arguably become much more accurate and we have fallen away from using the moon as a time telling tool. This, however, does not mean that the moonphase compilation has fallen out of favour. Though not the most accurate, the moonphase still remains one of the most popular and collected complications.
The moonphase complication made its first appearance in the 16th century. During this period of history scientific interest was focused on the skies and finding our place in the universe. This made tracking the lunar phases and the stars so much more appealing. The complication first appeared in highly complicated grandfather clocks. The first moonphase complication for a wristwatch was introduced in 1925 by Patek Philippe.
Due to the fact the moon’s cycle isn’t a precise number of days but instead lasts 29.53 days, the complication tends to need setting every 2 and a half years. In modern days, especially in more high-end watches a 135 gear wheel has been fitted, as opposed to the standard 59 tooth gear. The larger wheel corrects the precision issue. A moonphase watch with a 135 gear requires for the moonphase to be set every 122 years.
Moonphase Watch Suggestions
Maurice Lacroix Womens Eliros Moonphase Mother Of Pearl Mesh Bracelet
This elegant model by Maurice Lacroix is part of the brand’s Eliros collection. The collection is a range of classic models with a subtle contemporary twist. This Moonphase model has a contemporary silhouette accentuated by a charming refined dial. Its case measures 35 mm and is made of polished stainless steel. The stainless steel bracelet highlights the overall modern look of the watch. Encased by a sapphire crystal, the white mother-of-pearl dial is set with diamonds for an added luxury effect. Roman numeral hour markers have been applied at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o’clock. The moonphase indicator is placed in the center of the dial, below the lance-shaped hands. A date aperture features at the 3 o’clock position.
Longines | Conquest Sport | Women’s | Moon Phase | Swiss Quartz |
Longines is famous for its elegant timepieces of outstanding quality. This Longines model is made of stainless steel. It has a brushed steel bracelet and case and polished details on the center links and the bezel. The case measures 29.5 mm. A navy sunray dail, covered by a sapphire crystal, focuses the attention on the face of the watch. The indices have been replaced by diamonds. Sword-shaped hands contrast the dial. Placed under the hands is the moonphase window. A date window features at the 3 o’clock position. The watch is water resistant up to 5 bars or 50 metres, making it perfect as an everyday timepiece.
ORIS Oris Artelier Grande Lune 36 mm Light Brown Strap
Oris’ Artelier collection is sleek, classic and sophisticated. The stainless steel case is 36 mm in diameter. A beige leather strap makes the watch versatile and guarantees comfort to the wearer. The dial features a guilloche pattern. SIlver coloured indices and lance-shaped hands complement the dial. 11 diamonds are set into the dial below the hour markers. A date aperture is placed at the 6 o’clock position and the moon phase indicator is placed at the top half of the dial, contrasting the silver in deep blue. The exhibition case back allows a look into the mechanism of the watch.
Thomas Sabo Womens Glam And Soul Moonphase Watch Silver Mesh Bracelet
If you’re after something at the lower part of the price spectrum, this Thomas Sabo watch is perfect for you. Glamorous and stylish, this watch is made of stainless steel. The case is 33 mm in diameter. A Milanese mesh bracelet highlights the fashionable silhouette. The watch’s bezel is set with zirconia crystals. It’s dial is navy blue and features a star speckled sky. It depicts the sky on the night Thomas Sabo was founded May 8 1984. Silver coloured applied indices and baton hands complement the case. The moonphase aperture is placed at 6 o’clock.
EBEL Womens Wave Diamond Set Moonphase Stainless Steel Watch
This high-class model by EBEL is the perfect timepiece for those who appreciate luxury. The stainless steel bracelet’s links are in the characteristic for the brand wave shape. Its case is in a subtle, rounded hexagon-shape. 8 of the 12 applied indices are replaced with diamonds. The center of the white dial features a moonphase aperture in its top half. The bottom half has been perforated and allows a glimpse at the coloured wheel of the indicator below. A date display is placed at the 6 o’clock position.
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