Gerald Montes

Setting a stone is a way of revealing its story

A fine jewellery designer and gem-setter, Gérald Montes arrived in Switzerland from his native Spain for a language course to learn French. What was intended to be just a temporary stay became the starting point for a true vocation. A lover of Switzerland and its watchmaking expertise, he discovered a deep passion for gem-setting during his apprenticeship in jewellery.

Having subsequently trained in the Vallée de Joux, he developed a rare standard of excellence, fuelled by horological precision, patient craftsmanship and a love of hand-crafted work. Based in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Gérald Montes has built an international reputation by tackling major technical challenges, notably the setting of precious stones on steel—a feat presented as a world first in the watchmaking world.

In his workshop, each creation is born from a dialogue between the stone, the metal, the craftsman’s hand and the client’s emotion. Unique jewellery, gem-set watches, the restoration of vintage pieces or bespoke creations: every project is approached with the same rigour, the same discretion and the same pursuit of perfection.

Gerald Montes

High-end jewellery designer and gem-setter
Founder of the workshop

Our signature, our identity

A passion for the craft, precision in every movement and the beauty of the handmade define the world of Gérald Montes. Each piece is crafted with patience, sometimes over several weeks, to give the wearer the same pleasure felt during its creation.

Combining jewellery tradition, horological excellence and contemporary creativity, the workshop upholds a rare artisanal expertise. Here, every setting is conceived as a work of precision, where the stone reveals its full brilliance and every detail counts.
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