Ballerinas

Inspired by the bold architecture of John Nash’s Piccadilly Circus and Regent Street, this collection features a slim case that houses the mechanical movement, decorated and seen through the open case back. With the diamond set case and bracelet, Ballerinas are a unique combination of the expert watchmaking and the ultimate mastery of the diamond setting. 

Ballerina 33

The first Ballerinas presented to the public were crafted in White gold featuring colourful dials and an elegant, slim 33 mm case with a bejeweled bracelet.

Piccadilly Ballerina
874 diamonds, 11.36cts

A luxurious rose gold wristwatch with a diamond-encrusted bezel and bracelet, featuring Roman numeral hour markers and the brand name 'JAMES & STRAUS LONDON' on the dial, resting on a textured white surface.

Ballerina 40

This horological jewel is set with a total of 1,172 Backes & Strauss signature Ideal Cut diamonds, and has a royal blue dial measuring 40mm. The crown features a single Ideal Cut diamond known as the ‘Jewel in the Crown.’

Ballerina 40
1172 diamonds, 15.85cts

A silver luxury wristwatch encrusted with diamonds, resting on white feathers.
Two luxury wristwatches with diamond-studded bands and bezels, one with a purple dial and Roman numerals, the other with a silver dial and Roman numerals, against a black background.

Regent Ballerina

This timepiece adds a new shape to the Ballerina collection, offering a unique twist. The harmonious setting of stones reflects the poise and movement of a ballerina mid-performance – a timeless tribute to grace, beauty, and precision.

Regent Ballerina
866 diamonds, 11.27cts

A luxury wristwatch with a blue dial, Roman numerals, and a band encrusted with diamonds, placed against a reflective surface.

Ballerina 40 PAVE

Another addition to the famed Ballerina collection alludes to the unique Backes & Strauss heritage as the world’s oldest diamond company. This horological jewel is set with a total of 1,172 Backes & Strauss signature Ideal Cut diamonds, and has a royal PAVE set dial measuring 40mm.

Ballerina 40 PAVE
1172 diamonds, 15.85cts

Ballerina Colour CascadE

This dazzling creation is set with a total of 1,301 gemstones, comprising 233 ideal-cut white brilliant diamonds and 1,068 multi-coloured sapphires, all meticulously selected and hand-set by master artisans.

Piccadilly Colour Cascade
1301 gemstones, 18.95cts

Colorful diamond-studded Baume & Mercier watch with rainbow gradient dial and strap, featuring a silver case and white hands.
Two luxury watches adorned with pink and blue rhinestones, featuring round faces and matching straps, positioned against a plain light background.

Ballerina JONQUIL

From white, colourless diamonds to fancy yellow diamonds, an intense gradient dramatically culminates in this timepiece’s majestic allure and visually recreates the Dance of Time.

Ballerina Jonquil
1301 Ideal Cut white and yellow diamonds, 14.12cts

From white, colourless diamonds to intense blue sapphires of The Ballerina Blue Velvet and fierce red rubies of The Ballerina Rose, these timepieces boast a seamless crescendo of colour.

Ballerina Red Rose
260 Ideal Cut diamonds, 2.22 carats, and 1041 rubies, 16.37 carats

Ballerina Blue Velvet
260 Ideal Cut diamonds, 2.22 carats, and 1041 sapphires, 16.37 carats

A luxurious gold watch with a fully encrusted face and strap, featuring the brand name 'Backes & Strauss London' on the dial.

Pink Ballerina

The dial of the Pink Ballerina is set with 268 natural vivid pink diamonds, while a further 61 pink diamonds are daintily scattered across its sparkling diamond-set bracelet.

Pink Ballerina
813 Ideal Cut white diamonds, 10.67 cts and 329 natural vivid pink diamonds, 2.66 cts

Ballerina Red Rose & BLUE VELVET