The Bifrost Isbla is a watch manufactured by Swedish company GoS Watches. It is named after a rainbow bridge in Norse mythology that connects Earth to the realm of the gods.
The high-contrast, pattern-welded steel complements the theme, shining a deep blue when exposed to natural daylight. This is a metaphor for the way a rainbow is only visible when light shines onto it.
The high-contrast steel is also used in the watch's rotor, which can be seen through the watch's transparent back. The watch also features sapphire glass and solid 18K white gold hands.
The Bifrost Isbla will be a very limited edition offering with only 25 units being produced. Each will be priced at a cool $12,600.
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The Bifrost Isbla Watch is Inspired by Nordic Mythology
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