Backes & Strauss invites you to discover the majesty of their bejeweled and creative timepieces.

These unique pieces illustrate the Meeting of Masters, where the master diamond polisher and setter and the master watchmaker combine their passion for mathematical precision to create masterpieces both inside and out.

The World’s Oldest Diamond Company

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.