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COLOR ME SPRINGTIME! AS BUDS BURST AND NATURE BLOSSOMS, WATCHMAKERS OFFER A RIOT OF COLOR IN PIECES THAT BLOOM ON THE WRIST. BY ALDOUS TUCK THE WORLD'S FINEST WATCHMAKERS USE SPRINGTIME AS OCCASION TO EXPRESS THEIR ARTISTIC SKILL IN PIECES THAT CELEBRATE COLOR AND HIGH STYLE. 68 BOSTONCOMMON-MAGAZINE.COM "April… hath put a spirit of youth in everything," wrote William Shakespeare in "Sonnet 98." Indeed, the boundless energy of nature's rebirth has been an inspiration for artists since the beginning of time. And like the Bard, some of the world's finest watchmakers use springtime as an occasion to express their artistic skill in pieces that celebrate color and high style on the outside and engineering excellence on the inside. Shimmering precious metals, mother-of- pearl accents, and dazzling gemstones enhance the hues of the season. These creations may measure time, but like a beautifully turned sonnet, their appeal is timeless. For more watch features and expanded coverage go to bostoncommon-magazine.com/ watches-and-jewelry . ABOVE, FROM LEFT: Classic elegance and colorful éclat defi ne this Cartier Clé de Cartier 35mm watch ($29,100), which is powered by a Manufacture caliber 1847MC self-winding mechanical movement. The rhodium-infused 18k white-gold case is set with brilliant-cut diamonds, while a fl ainqué sunray effect brings depth to a dial elegantly offset by sword- shaped blue-steel hands. The fuscia-pink alligator strap adds a dramatic burst of contrasting color. Sidney Thomas at Prudential Tower, The Shops at Prudential Center, 617-262-0935; cartier.com Haute horology pops with color in the elegant Rolex Oyster Perpetual Lady-Datejust ($17,500). The 18k yellow-gold case features a bezel set with 46 brilliant-cut diamonds and is attached to a shimmering Jubilee bracelet. Manufactured in-house, the 2236 self-winding mechanical movement offers a 55-hour power reserve. Lux, Bond & Green, 416 Boylston St., 617- 266-4747; rolex.com IWC's Portofi no Automatic Moonphase 37 timepiece ($8,500) blends stunning shade, lunar loveliness, and exceptional craftsmanship into one peerless piece. The stainless steel case supports a white mother-of-pearl dial accented by 12 diamonds and contains a mechanical self- winding movement with 42-hour power reserve. The green alligator strap by Santoni lends this hand- some watch a colorful, springtime edge. Royal Jewelers, 58 Main St., Andover, 978-475-3330; iwc.com STYLE TIME HONORED