Franck Dubarry launches Hipporium NFT and creates a fusion between the digital world and the art of watchmaking
Geneva, Switzerland, Oct. 21, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Franck Dubarry is creating a brand new “Deep-Ocean” watch collection, teaming up with renowned graphic designers to create a collection of 5,000 unique “Hipporium” NFTs ( Non-Fungible Token) which gives the right to redeem a watch with a random discount per family of NFT.
The Drop starts on November 25thth2022 on the local website Hipporium.io (Ethereum Block Chain), and will be available later on the OpenSea.io marketplace
A UNIQUE DIVING WATCH
Developed in Switzerland with freediving champion Davide Carrera (record of -123 meters in constant weight), the Deep-Ocean is a modern and sustainable automatic diving watch sold exclusively to owners of a Hipporium NFT.
Made in stainless steel according to professional diving standards (-300 meters), Deep-Ocean comes with various components made of recycled plastic found in the sea, equipped with straps made of bio-rubber and nylon from recycled fishing nets.
The 42 mm stainless steel case plays with different finishes to highlight a very sharp design. Water resistant down to 300m/1000ft, the case features a patented quick-release strap system with a beautiful polished push button, and a wheel button at 09:30 which sets the internal two-way frame, which is used to measure the duration of the dive.
Deep-Ocean comes with different colors and different levels of rarity for each reference. Behind the triple thickness of sapphire crystal treated with several layers of anti-reflective coating, the open heart disc highlights the automatic movement through a tinted mineral glass.
A unique system (patent pending) attaches the strap to the case with a quick-release button located on the case at 6 and 12, allowing quick and easy replacement of the straps.
On the back of the case, an engraved Hipporium character reminds the owner that he has exclusive access to several benefits both in the metaverse and in real life, such as invitations to live events and discounts on watch collections.
A DISRUPTIVE OWNERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Part of the Hipporium project, the sale of this collection is exclusive to owners of a Hipporium NFT (non-fungible token) that can be purchased on the site www.hipporium.io starts 25 November.
Created by Franck Dubarry and his team of renowned graphic designers who play with the aesthetic codes of the crypto world, The Hipporium NFT is a collection of 5,000 unique digital artworks whose authenticity, unity and ownership are guaranteed using Ethereum blockchain technology.
Inspired by tribal worlds and Sci-Fi universes depicted in pop culture, the Hipporium collection portrays a hippo space traveler, traveling from one metaverse to another and offering a unique ownership experience with exclusive benefits both in the metaverse and in real life.
10 unique characteristics define the 10 Hipporium families, each of which comes at a different level of rarity and entitles you to redeem a Deep Ocean watch at a discount of UP to 80% off randomly assigned per family by NFT.
CREATE THE 10 FAMILIES
Maori Tattoo (Unique Trait: Tattooed Face) is a family of only 20 NFTs and gives the holder an 80% discount to redeem the watch. It is the most exclusive family in the Hipporium collection and offers various benefits, including the most incredible real-life experiences.
The Predator Hunter (Unique Trait: Predator Helmet) is a family of only 50 NFTs, giving the holder a 70% discount to redeem the watch. It is an exclusive family of the Hipporium collection and offers various benefits, including real experiences especially adventure oriented.
Yamashita Gold (Unique Trait: Gold Color) is a family of only 110 NFTs, giving the holder a 65% discount to redeem the watch. It is an exclusive family of the Hipporium collection and offers various benefits, including real experiences especially culturally oriented.
Desert Planet (Unique Trait: Desert helmet) is a family of only 260 NFTs and gives the holder a 60% discount to redeem the watch. It is an exclusive family from the Hipporium collection and offers various advantages, including real experiences specifically aimed at martial arts.
Kamakura (Unique Trait: Samurai Helmet) is a family of only 350 NFTs and gives the holder a 55% discount to redeem the watch. It is an exclusive family of the Hipporium collection and offers various advantages, including real experiences, especially martial arts oriented.
Psychedelic (Unique Feature: Pink Apple Color) is a family of only 450 NFTs and gives the holder a 50% discount to redeem the watch. It is an exclusive family of the Hipporium collection and presents various benefits, including real experiences, especially party events.
Space Traveler (Unique Trait: Dark Vader Color) is a family of only 770 NFTs and gives the holder a 40% discount to redeem the watch. It is an exclusive family of the Hipporium collection and presents various advantages, including real experiences, especially space technology oriented.
Inter Galactic (Unique Trait: Cushion Armor) is a family of only 990 NFTs and gives the holder a 30% discount to redeem the watch. It is an exclusive family of the Hipporium collection and presents various advantages, including real-world experiences, especially metaverse international events-oriented ones.
Flag Earth (Unique Trait: Country Flag) is a family of only 1000 NFTs and gives the holder a 20% discount to redeem the watch. It is an exclusive family of the Hipporium collection and presents various advantages, including real experiences, especially travel oriented.
Meta Fusion (unique feature: Unique NFTs, not included in the previous families) is a family of only 1000 NFTs, and gives the holder a 10% discount to redeem the watch. It is an exclusive family of the Hipporium collection and presents various benefits including real experiences, specifically a random mix of the other 9 families’ real experiences.
ABOUT FRANK DUBARRY
Franck Dubarry is a famous watch designer who lives in Switzerland and in Argentina.
He is also the founder of various brands including TechnoMarine and Franck Dubarry Watches.
As an expert in watchmaking, Franck Dubarry has delivered over 1,000 impressive designs that have had a tangible impact on the watch market.
His previous company sold 2.5 million watches and created a revolution with a series of innovations that affected the entire industry.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
CASE
42mm recycled stainless steel case, or black PVD coating.
Patent pending, quick release strap system.
Rotating wheel at 09:30 to set the internal bidirectional frame.
Wheel and crown protectors are made from recycled plastic found in the ocean.
Screwed down case back with an engraved Hipporium NFT.
Triple thickness sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating.
HIT
Enamelled brass dial with open heart balance.
Luminous 3D markers and skeleton hands.
Internal bi-directional bezel with a numerical scale on the dial to track dive duration.
STRAP AND BRACELET
Choice 1:
Nylon from recycled fishing nets sewn onto a rubber strap (FKM).
Pin buckle in stainless steel.
Option 2:
Exclusive design in stainless steel bracelet with brushed finish and polished central links.
Deployment buckle in stainless steel with security.
MOTION
Automatic movement Miyota 82s0.
WATER RESISTANCE
Water resistant to 300 meters / 1000 feet.
CONTACT: Contact us: [email protected] davidecarrera75 (at) gmail.com Franck Dubarry Franck Dubarry information (at) franckdubarry.com
