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Lot #5180

Berneron Mirage 34 Viridian Chrysoprase Dial 18K WG

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Introduction

Founded by Sylvain Berneron, Berneron approaches independent watchmaking from the principle that mechanics should dictate design rather than conform to conventional shapes. Nowhere is that philosophy more apparent than in the Mirage, whose dramatically asymmetric architecture allows the movement's components to occupy the space best suited to their function. The resulting case follows the proportions of the Fibonacci sequence, creating a watch whose unusual form is as technically driven as it is visually distinctive.

The Mirage 34 translates that concept into a more compact 34mm format, powered by the specially developed calibre 215. Constructed with an 18K gold mainplate and bridges, the manually wound movement provides 72 hours of power reserve and continues Berneron's "one watch, one movement" philosophy. The Viridian is distinguished by its chrysoprase dial, bringing the natural variations and rich green tones of stone to one of contemporary independent watchmaking's most unconventional designs. Never publicly offered or marketed, the Viridian wa offere to valued clients and friends of the brand.

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Grade

M 10

Status

Vetted & Approved

Included

Box and papers

Est. value range

$150,000 – $250,000

The Details

Brand

Berneron

Dimensions

34mm

Model

Mirage 34

Movement

Manual-wind Berneron cal. 215

Reference

Viridian

Bracelet

Leather strap

Year

2026

Condition

New

Material

18k White Gold

Included

Box and papers

Dial Color

Green chrysoprase

THE DIAL

THE DIAL

Cut from natural chrysoprase, the Viridian dial introduces rich green colour and organic variation to the Mirage's fluid architecture. Its asymmetric display is complemented by the distinctive small-seconds register, creating an unconventional composition that mirrors the shape and mechanical arrangement of the watch itself.

THE CONSTRUCTION

THE CONSTRUCTION

Rather than designing a conventional case and engineering a movement to fit within it, Berneron reversed the process, allowing the mechanics to determine the Mirage's asymmetric form before refining its proportions using the Fibonacci sequence. At 34mm, the result is compact and elegant while retaining the unmistakable sculptural character of the original Mirage.

TIMING MACHINE READOUT

TIMING MACHINE READOUT

This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.

Condition

Watch is in new condition.

Our Perspective

Few contemporary independents have established such a recognisable design language as quickly as Berneron. The Mirage 34 combines genuinely unconventional movement architecture with traditional precious-metal watchmaking, while the natural chrysoprase dial gives the Viridian an especially striking character. It is an intriguing expression of the idea that mechanical necessity itself can become design.

Justin Gruenberg

Co-founder