Est. 1847
175 years of uncompromising dedication to the art of Swiss watchmaking.
The Beginning
In the misty valleys of the Swiss Jura mountains, where the air is crisp and time moves differently, Henri Aurelian established his first workshop in 1847. A master watchmaker trained under the legendary Abraham-Louis Breguet, Henri believed that a timepiece should be more than an instrument—it should be a companion to life's most precious moments.
From those modest beginnings in a converted farmhouse, Aurelian grew to become synonymous with horological excellence. Our craftsmen still work in the same valley, applying techniques passed down through seven generations, while embracing technologies that would have seemed miraculous to our founders.
Milestones
Henri Aurelian establishes his workshop in Le Brassus, Vallée de Joux, specializing in pocket watches for European aristocracy.
Introduction of the Caliber 1892, our first in-house tourbillon movement, earning recognition at the Paris Exposition.
Launch of the groundbreaking Perpetua, featuring the first serially produced perpetual calendar complication.
Receives royal warrant from three European crowns, establishing Aurelian as a purveyor to royal households.
Fourth generation helmsman Isabelle Aurelian introduces contemporary aesthetics while preserving traditional craftsmanship.
Celebrating 175 years with the limited Anniversary Collection: 175 pieces worldwide, each representing our enduring legacy.
Our Philosophy
The principles that have guided Aurelian for nearly two centuries remain unchanged.
Every Aurelian watch is assembled and finished by a single master watchmaker, who dedicates between 200-400 hours to each timepiece. This one-to-one relationship between craftsman and creation ensures accountability and pride in every detail.
We source only the finest materials: 18K gold from certified ethical mines, Grade 5 titanium from aerospace suppliers, and hand-selected gemstones with verified provenance. No compromises are made in pursuit of excellence.
While honoring traditional techniques, our R&D team continuously pushes boundaries—developing new complications, improving movement efficiency, and pioneering materials that enhance durability without sacrificing beauty.
The Team
FOURTH GENERATION
Chairwoman and creative visionary, Isabelle has led Aurelian's modern renaissance while preserving the traditions that define our maison.
MASTER WATCHMAKER
With 35 years of experience, Marc leads our movement assembly team and personally oversees every caliber that leaves our atelier.
HEAD OF COMPLICATIONS
A pioneer in haute horlogerie, Elena has designed three of our most acclaimed complications and trains our next generation of watchmakers.
Experience the magic of Swiss watchmaking firsthand. Private tours of our Geneva workshop are available by appointment.