The multi-petalled rose has assumed symbolic meaning to cultures across centuries and continents, from the sarcophagi of Babylonian kings to the great cathedrals of medieval Europe – and into the latest jewellery collection from Harry Winston

A magnificent menagerie of scuttling beetles, bejewelled birds and tiger timepieces celebrates the master craftsmanship of the high jewellery and horology worlds

One of the few people to have mastered the 32 skills necessary to design and create a mechanical watch from start to finish, Roger W. Smith has earned his place among the world’s best watchmakers – and all from a converted agricultural unit on the Isle of Man

We were curious to see what Baselworld would look like without the Swatch group in attendance. Best of all, it gave others a chance to savour the limelight. Here are our top picks.  

The influential tastemaker Jessica McCormack on crafting contemporary diamond jewellery using time-honoured techniques and the importance of storytelling

Watch aficionados look no further. If a vintage Rolex 'Paul Newman' Daytona, or an Omega Speedmaster ref.CK2915 speak to you, Phillips' new boutique will quench your horological thirst with their biblical offerings

Opposites attract in the jagged new Clash de Cartier jewellery collection, fronted by Kaya Scodelario

Collectors and historians will assemble on 15 May 2019 for Christie's Magnificent Jewels Sale in Geneva, Switzerland 

Immerse yourself in Boodles' resplendent wonderland of shooting stars, sea turtles and strawberry fields

The boundary-breaking jeweller on falling in love with his craft, starting an apprenticeship at 15 and his great friend Alexander McQueen 

As modelled this week by Olivia Colman 

The wristwatch of choice for Michelle Obama, Jackie Kennedy, Jeff Goldblum, Meghan Markle and Andy Warhol, to name a mere few 

Lynn Schroeder, Managing Director of Wempe in New Bond Street, selects her standout watches from SIHH 2019 and why she chose them

The Hollywood Hills in Los Angeles glittered with Tiffany & Co, Chopard and Oscar Heyman diamonds

Bella Hadid and Candice Swanepoel were among models adorned by Tasaki jewels at the Prabal Gurang NYFW show

The first horological outing of 2019 reveals an industry in optimistic spirits