Backes & Strauss

Established in 1789 in Hanau, Germany, we are the world’s oldest diamond company with a wealth of heritage and know-how. Today, Backes & Strauss is part of the Franck Muller group, a Swiss watchmaking company daring to imagine the future of precision Swiss horology.

Our partnership is a meeting of masters, resulting in masterpieces of horology in every detail. Our story has been one of passion, determination and unrivalled craftsmanship in the pursuit of excellence. As we celebrated our 230th anniversary, our mission remains to be the quintessential jewellery timepiece creator, all the while staying true to our four core values; excellence, beauty, innovation and sustainability. Vartkess Knadjian, CEO.

Masters of Diamonds Since 1789

With over 230 years of diamond expertise, Backes & Strauss has built its reputation among the most prestigious clients worldwide as the experts in polishing and cutting of high-quality diamonds. Today, the company’s proficiency lies predominantly in the Ideal Cut.

As the quintessential British timepiece creator, it is no surprise that aristocratic links course through the DNA of Backes & Strauss and its diamond-set watches. British royal heritage has long played muse to Backes & Strauss’ extraordinary and luxurious watches, to which its Royal collection rightly pledges allegiance.

MEETING OF MASTERS

Backes & Strauss and Franck Muller are masters of the art and science of their respective crafts; one of the diamonds, the other of complications. Whilst Backes & Strauss is occupied with light and Franck Muller is concerned with time, both share a devotion to mathematical precision.

In the 2020 Backes & Strauss introduced its 3rd generation of bespoke skeleton tourbillon watches within its Duke, King and Emperor Collection. Completed with the invisibly set baguettes, open back decorative movement set with Ideal Cut diamonds, these special pieces, available in a very limited amount, proudly display the Meeting of Masters.