The Mount Vernon Meteorite features a dial crafted from Muonionalusta, an iron-nickel meteorite formed 4.56 billion years ago. Older than Earth itself, it carries a natural Widmanstätten crystalline pattern that makes every piece one of a kind. Brushed Breguet numerals, applied chapter rings, and a hand-engraved mechanical caliber complete a watch that bridges cosmic history with traditional watchmaking craft.

Mount Vernon Meteorite

$4,500.00

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Engraving Options
Geneva Stripes
$0.00
Level 1 Engraving
$1,400.00
Teutonic Scroll
$1,800.00
American Gun Scroll
$2,200.00
American Geometric Scroll
$2,600.00
Federal Scroll
$3,000.00
Case Engraving
Case Engraving - American Gun Scroll
$3,000.00
Crown and Ratchet Wheel Upgrades
Logo Ratchet Wheel
$0.00
Double Snailing
$150.00
Triple Snailing
$375.00
Pay a deposit of 65% per item

Time Kept Since Before Time Began

At its heart is Muonionalusta meteorite, a material formed approximately 4.56 billion years ago in the earliest days of our solar system. Older than Earth itself, it journeyed through space for billions of years before reaching northern Scandinavia, where fragments were ultimately discovered in present-day Sweden.

Composed primarily of iron and nickel, Muonionalusta reveals a distinctive crystalline structure known as the Widmanstätten pattern, a natural formation created through extraordinarily slow cooling over millions of years. No two sections are alike, making every dial inherently unique.

Brushed Breguet numerals rise above this ancient celestial material, while applied chapter rings and refined minute and seconds markers bring clarity and balance to the composition. The result is a dial that is both deeply historic and unmistakably contemporary.

Beneath the dial lies our hand-engraved mechanical caliber, crafted using traditional techniques and finished with the same attention to detail that defines every Mount Vernon. The juxtaposition of a material forged before the formation of our planet with the enduring craft of mechanical watchmaking creates a timepiece unlike any other.

Among the oldest materials one can wear on the wrist, the Mount Vernon Meteorite is a rare meeting of cosmic history, artisanal craftsmanship, and mechanical refinement.

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Case

40.5 mm case diameter
10.2mm case thickness
11.8mm case thickness with domed sapphire crystal
20mm lug spacing for straps
49mm lug to lug spacing
316L Stainless Steel
Domed double AR Coated Sapphire Crystal
Flat AR coated sapphire crystal caseback

Movement

Hand-wound 1776 Atelier Caliber HP917
48 Hours power reserve
17 Jewels
21600 vph Frequency (3 Hz)
Fully Hand Engraved Bridges
Hand engraved logo on bridges
Hand applied bevels (anglage) on all edges
Hand applied peerage on main plate
Standard black rhodium main plate and 3/4 bridge*
Rose gold finished balance bridge, ratchet wheel, crown wheel, screws and gear train*
Hand applied satiné circulare (circle graining) of gear train and crown and ratchet screws
*White rhodium is available upon request.
*Snailed gears may be requested at an additional cost.
**Certain customizations are possible. The watchmaker will schedule a call after an order is placed to discuss bespoke options.

Dial

17 piece Multi-piece dial
Guilloché pattern Center
Raised Breguet Numerals
Raised Chapter rings

Case & Dial

A Visual Masterpiece

At the heart of this edition is Muonionalusta meteorite, a material formed approximately 4.56 billion years ago during the earliest days of our solar system. Older than Earth itself, it traveled through space for billions of years before reaching northern Sweden roughly one million years ago.

Each dial is cut from genuine Muonionalusta meteorite and reveals the natural crystalline structure found within the material. Known as the Widmanstätten pattern, these geometric formations developed as the meteorite cooled over millions of years. Because every section of meteorite is different, no two dials are exactly alike.

The meteorite is paired with our raised Breguet numerals and double-circle seconds register, preserving the classical character of the Mount Vernon while showcasing one of the oldest materials ever used in watchmaking. The result is a dial that is visually distinctive, historically significant, and entirely unique to each watch.

Our Promise

At 1776 Atelier, we understand that purchasing a watch is not just a transaction but a deeply personal journey and an extension of your unique style and personality. As passionate collectors ourselves, we appreciate the significance of the entire ownership experience, from the selection process to the final acquisition. Our commitment is to ensure that every timepiece we craft meets the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship. To support this, we offer a 14-day satisfaction guarantee, allowing you to experience the artistry and precision of our watches with confidence. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we are dedicated to providing a luxury experience that resonates with your individual tastes and makes the purchasing process as meaningful as the timepiece itself.