DeLaneau - 18k White Gold Opal and Onyx Dial

This Is Jewelry Watchmaking Done Seriously

DeLaneau has always lived in a different lane. This piece makes that clear immediately. The watch is built around stone, not around mechanics, and everything else follows from there. At 30mm, the case is compact and intentional, designed to frame the dial rather than compete with it.

Why This Configuration Matters

Stone dials are difficult on their own. Combining two different stones in one dial raises the stakes significantly. Opal is fragile and unpredictable. Onyx is unforgiving and shows everything. The fact that this dial has survived intact through the decades is amazing.

The diamond set white gold bezel reinforces the jewelry first approach without overwhelming the watch. The fully white gold bracelet keeps everything cohesive and balanced rather than decorative for the sake of it. The quartz movement allows the case to stay slim and keeps attention exactly where it belongs. This is not a mass produced watch. It was never meant to be.

What You Need To Know Before Wearing It

Condition is very good overall. The quartz movement is running properly. There is a visible scratch on the crystal around six thirty that should be noted. There is also a small speck visible on the dial near ten o’clock. Both are visible only on close inspection. The case and bracelet are in good shape for their age.

Why This Watch Still Stands Out

This is for someone who understands that some of the most interesting watches were never about complications or brand recognition. They were about materials and execution. It works as a true jewelry watch that still feels intentional and wearable. Rare in practice, visually rich, and far outside the standard vintage conversation. 

Bracelet extension, cutting, or sizing is available upon request through our professional in-house jewelers.