On April 14th 2010, the Eyjafjallajökull Icelandic volcano erupted causing the European airspace to shut down for a period of six days.
The eruption marked the day where Nature played a major role in the world’s global stand still and allowed man to reflect on his own philosophy of time and inspired RJ-Romain Jerome to create the Eyjafjallajökull-DNA timepiece belonging to the “Earth” collection.

The Eyjafjallajökull Volcano after its eruption in 2010

Conveying memories of fire and lava, swept over by powerful images of dust and winds, the Eyjafjallajökull-DNA timepiece is a true testament to Mother Earth’s temper and man’s timeless respect when faced with her strength.
Celebrating the fourth anniversary of the eruption, RJ-Romain Jerome introduces the Eyjafjallajökull Evo timepiece inspired by the original legend. With a new retro, vintage look, the watch has evolved with a 43mm black PVD coated steel case designed by Daniel Haas.

Eyjafjallajökull Evo (Reference RJ.V.AU.003.01) from the Eyjafjallajökull-DNA Collection by Romain Jerome

The eruption has been immortalised with lava stone used as the base of the dial. The tips of the minute and hour hands mirror the grounded aircrafts whilst lava seems to be seeping through the dial with a beautifully hand drawn volcanic fissure in cold enamel.
The handcrafted dial is highlighted by a black alligator strap, allowing the wearer to appreciate the chaotic scene unfolding on his wrist.

The Eyjafjallajökull Evo timepiece aims to capture the rupture between our planets’ ongoing changes and man’s never ending thirst for travel, personal achievement and technological breakthroughs.

Available in a limited edition of 99 pieces.

Source: Romain Jerome