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Invicta Watches: Show Your Style With These Upscale Timepieces

If people judge you by what you wear, then let your timepiece tell the world you’re invincible. Consider Invicta watches – Latin for invincible. These watches combine famed Swiss timekeeping with cutting-edge, signature styling for men and women.

The Invicta Watch Group was begun by the Picard family of Switzerland in 1873. The company remained in the family until 1991, when it was sold to a Florida-based watch company. The face of today’s company is CEO Eyal Lalo, a third-generation watchmaker. Today, Invicta manufactures its watches all around the world, including Switzerland, Japan and the United

States for its “Made in the USA” collection.

Men and women are sure to find a signature look in an Invicta watch. Going for a dressy look? Consider the Invicta Reserve Men's Excursion Touring Edition Swiss quartz Stainless Steel watch. It’s available in a number of bracelet-dial combinations such as gold-tone and blue, silver-tone and green, gold-tone and champagne and silver-tone and yellow.

This handsome timepiece features a round stainless steel case that sports a unidirectional rotating bezel. This bezel itself has a stepped design. You’ll notice the sunray dial has a tachymeter scale around the outer rim.

The dial has a 1/10 second counter near the 2:00, a second counter at 6:00 and a minute counter by 10:00. It is powered by a Swiss ETA G10.211 quartz chronograph movement. The bracelet boasts a satin-finished outer link styling, with polished center links. You’ll find the gold-tone features18K gold plating.

For a sporty yet sophisticated look, try Invicta Men’s I Force Swiss quartz chronograph XL leather strap watch. It comes in either a black or blue strap. The round, stainless steel case comes with 18K gold plating. On the dial, you’ll find both stick index markers and Arabic numerals, with subdials at 2:00, 6:00 and 10:00. Check the date between 4:00 and 5:00. Strapping the watch in place is a large 10-inch leather band; the buckle of which is etched with the Invicta logo. This Force timepiece is water resistant to 330 feet.

Invicta pushes the envelope in men’s watch styling, as witnessed by the Subaqua Noma III quartz chronograph stainless steel watch, available in a combination of colors: black on black, rose-tone on silver-tone and black on silver-Tone Bracelet. This stylized timepiece is made of surgical grade stainless steel and hand-built links.

The gorgeous dial is protected by a sapphire scratch-resistant crystal that shows off raised polished Arabic numerals, a date window and subdials. You’ll find the hour markers done in luminous Tritnite so you can catch the time day or night. Its movement is Swiss Ronda 5050E quartz chronograph and it is water resistance to 1,650 feet.

Invicta watches are not just for men, as evidenced by the women’s Baby Lupah limited edition watch that comes complete with five leather straps. This watch marks the first time Invicta has released this collection of metallic straps. In fact, it’s been two years since the watchmaker even offered a metallic strap with this collection. It comes in a choice of gold-tone or silver-toned dial.

The straps that come with this set are pewter, seafoam green, gold-tone, silver-tone and pink. This sweet collection ensures you can find a strap to match all outfits. You can quickly switch out bands thanks to the quick-change pins.

The watch case – available in either gold-tone or silver-tone – features the patented Lupah design with its rounded rectangular case and domed crystal. The watch crystal magnifies the watch face as well as the dial – made of mother-of-pearl.

You’ll love the readability of the polished Arabic numerals, as well as the Tritnite luminous filling used on the hour and minute hands. This fabulous five-in-one collection is powered by a Swiss ISA 638 quartz movement. It is water resistance to 100 feet.

Women can also luxuriate in the Invicta Reserve Women’s Russian Diver Akula Swiss quartz watch with its brown or Black Leather strap. Invicta’s Russian Diver collection was originally manufactured to honor the 1959 watch commissioned by the Russian Naval Fleet. It is oversized with a signature crown cap and surgical stainless steel or titanium construction. Watches that are part of this line are Invicta’s largest timepieces.

The case is made of stainless steel and finished in a silver-tone. Its Flame Fusion crystal has three layers of an anti-reflective mineral coating. A close look at the dial shows chronograph subdials at 2:00, 6:00 and 10:00 – and the date window near 4:00. This striking timepiece is powered by a Swiss 251.272 quartz chronograph movement. It is water resistant to 330 feet and comes with a five-year limited warranty.

If you are going to be judged by what you wear, then by all means wear the best. For timepieces, that means choosing from the many collections offered by Invicta.

About the Author

Barbara Delp is a freelance writer who writes about jewelry, watches and specific brands such as Invicta Watches.

What are important terms that a jewelry beader should know?

and what exactly is semi precious jewelry?

where can i learn the names of beads, the colors, the tools, names of the materials being used.

how do you know if its silver, or Silver Plated and vice versa with gold?

how do you know the difference and how can you tell what kind of silver it is, if its pewter, if its a metal etc?

serious answers please. i really need to learn this stuff.
thanks

some of this is experience, of course.
Semi-precious are gemstomes like amethyst, garnet, agate, quartz, etc.; precious would be diamond, emerald, ruby, sapphire. There's a little give & take in there, as some are suggesting tanzanite should be moved into the precious side, and a good clear, near flawless amethyst can cost more than the worst ruby.
Pick up a copy of BeadStyle magazine (or maybe Bead & Button); they have a glossary in the back of every issue. I'm still learning the terms for the seed beads & I've been doing this for years now. There are basic beading books (not at home, or I could give you a few titles) that give you that information as well.
When you buy in the store, they should be able to tell you what you're buying. I don't know about buying 2nd hand & id'ing genuine gold & silver; I have learned to id glass from good plastic, however (it can be harder than it sounds sometimes). Pewter tends to be duller than silver, even when polished.

If you're near a good bead/craft store, go in and talk with them. Most have classes that you can enroll in, but the ones by me have been good about giving me basic instruction with individual questions (What's the best way to close this off? Can you show me how?) They might be able to help you with the identification issues, too.
Always make sure you ask what you're buying.
Fire Mountain Gems online is a good source, too--very reputable.

22K Goldplated over Pewter Paw-print Pattern Spacer Bead (Pack of 2) $9.99 These lead-free pewter large-hole spacer beads are plated with fine gold and an antiqued finish. These paw-print beads fit your Pandora-style bracelet and Biagi, Chamilia, and Troll chains.

Goldplated Pewter Dia De Muertos Suger Skull Charms (Set of 2) $4.39 Each of these pretty Dia De Muertos charms features a 'Sugar Skull' design rendered in a slightly antiqued finish. The charms are crafted of 22-karat yellow goldplated, lead-free pewter and include loops at the top to attach your own jump rings.

22k Goldplated Pewter 14-gauge 7.8-mm Open Jump Rings (Pack of 50) $6.69 These jump rings are crafted of pewter metal with 22-karat yellow gold plating. These oval-shaped jump rings will match perfectly with other goldplated Tierracast beads and great to use as a bail for pendant and charms.

22k Goldplated Pewter Nugget Heishe Spacer 6-mm Beads (Pack of 20) $7.79 These spacer beads are made of lead-free pewter with 22-karat yellow gold plating. With a high polish finish, these beads feature an off-round shape with a slight wave.

Goldplated Pewter Labyrinth Charms (Set of 2) $4.29 Each of these fine charms features a detailed prayer labyrinth design rendered in 22-karat yellow goldplated pewter. The charms offer a lightly antiqued finish with a loop at the top to attach your own jump rings.

Goldplated Pewter Radiant Sunshine Charms (Set of 2) $3.49 This set of charms features a radiant sunshine design. These goldplated pewter charms offer a highly polished finish.

22k Goldplated Pewter Twist Edge 4-mm Spacer Beads (Case of 100) $14.29 Lead-free pewter beads are plated with fine 22-karat goldA slim spacer with a decorative edge and antique finishBeads are made in the USA of TierraCast pewter

Goldplated Pewter Tree of Life Pendants (Set of 2) $4.29 This set of pendants features a whimsical Tree of Life design. These goldplated pewter pendants offer an antique finish.

Goldplated Pewter Floating Lotus Charms (Set of 2) $4.79 These pretty charms showcase a highly detailed lotus design, the same on both sides. The beading charms are crafted of 22-karat yellow goldplated pewter with an antiqued finish.

Goldplated Pewter Dia de los Muertos Catrina Charms (Set of 2) $4.29 Each of these fine charms features a detailed Dia de los Muertos Catrina design rendered in silverplated pewter. The charms offer a lightly antiqued finish with a loop at the top to attach your own jump rings.

Goldplated Pewter Sunflower Charms (Set of 2) $2.73 A beautiful sunflower design rendered in 22-karat goldplated pewter with an antiqued finish defines these charms. The charms include loops at the top to add your own jump ring.

Goldplated Pewter Star of David Charms (Set of 2) $4.79 These pretty charms feature Star of David designs rendered in antiqued goldplated pewter. The charms offer loops at the top to attach your own jump rings.

Goldplated Pewter Talavera Cross Charms (Set of 2) $4.49 Each of these pretty charms features a 'Talavera Cross' design rendered in a slightly antiqued finish. The charms are crafted of 22-karat yellow goldplated, lead-free pewter and include loops at the top to attach your own jump rings.

Goldplated Pewter Puffy Heart Charms (Set of 2) $4.19 These pretty charms feature puffy heart designs rendered in gleaming goldplated pewter. The charms offer 5-mm open oval-shaped jump rings to secure to your favorite jewelry.

Goldplated Pewter Key Charms (Set of 2) $4.09 These pretty charms feature a key design rendered in gleaming goldplated pewter. The charms offer 5-mm open jump rings to secure to your favorite jewelry.

Goldplated Pewter Heart Lock Charms (Set of 2) $3.59 Each of these charms features a detailed heart lock design on both sides. Made of 22-karat yellow goldplated pewter, the charms offer loops at the top to attach your own jump rings.

22k Goldplated Lead-free Pewter 10-mm Om Ohm Aum Charms (Pack of 4) $6.79 These lead-free pewter charms are plated with fine 22-karat yellow gold in an antiqued finish. The charms feature the om symbol on both sides.

22k Goldplated over Pewter Puff Hearts Large Hole Spacer Bead (Pack of 2) $8.69 These 22-karat golplated over lead-free pewter spacer beads feature a puff-hearts design with an antiqued finish. These large-hole beads fit your Pandora-style bracelet and Biagi, Chamilia, and Troll chains.

Goldplated Pewter Ivy Leaf Charms (Set of 2) $2.52 These pretty charms feature ivy leaf designs rendered in antiqued goldplated pewter. The charms offer loops at the top to attach your own jump rings.

Goldplated Pewter Square Picture Frame Pendants (Set of 2) $4.29 These fun pendants showcase a rustic square with a spiral design on the back. The beading accessories are crafted of 22-karat yellow goldplated pewter with an antiqued finish.

Goldplated Pewter Christian Rope Cross Pendants (Set of 2) $4.09 These rope crucifix pendants represent the primitive method used to assemble crosses in Jesus's time. The pendants are crafted of 22-karat yellow goldplated pewter with loops at the top.

22k Goldplated Lead-free Pewter 15-mm Spiral Butterfly Charms (Pack of 2) $4.09 These lead-free pewter charms are plated with fine 22-karat yellow gold in an antiqued finish. The charms feature a detailed spiral butterfly design on both sides.

Goldplated Pewter Rectangle Picture Frame Charms (Set of 2) $4.49 Each of these fine charms features a rectangle picture frame design rendered in 22-karat yellow goldplated pewter. The charms offer a lightly antiqued finish with a textured back and a loop at the top to attach your own jump rings.

22k Goldplated Pewter Fleur de Lis Charms (Set of 2) $6.09 These beautiful charms depict fleur de lis symbols. Crafted of 22-karat yellow goldplated pewter, the charms offer a highly polished finish and secure with jump rings.

Goldplated Pewter Maldive Larin Charms (Set of 2) $4.99 Each of these charms features a detailed Maldive Larin currency design on both sides. Made of 22-karat yellow goldplated pewter, the charms offer holes at the top to attach your own jump rings.

Bon Chef 1027S HGOLD 6-5/8-in Underliner Plate, Aluminum/Harvest Gold $154.62 Underliner/Plate, 6-5/8", aluminum with Pewter-Glo finish, NSF

Bon Chef 1027S FGOLD 6-5/8-in Underliner Plate, Aluminum/Fiesta Gold $154.62 Underliner/Plate, 6-5/8", aluminum with Pewter-Glo finish, NSF

Pewter Service Plate - 11 inch $156.95 Made of pewter and imported from Ireland, this plate measures 11 inches in diameter. The plate is decorated with an embellishment along the edge of the plate.

Bon Chef 1028S FGOLD 5.75-in Bread & Butter Plate, Aluminum/Fiesta Gold $135.24 Bread & Butter Plate, 5-3/4", aluminum with Pewter-Glo finish, NSF

Bon Chef 1028S HGOLD 5.75-in Bread & Butter Plate, Aluminum/Harvest Gold $135.24 Bread & Butter Plate, 5-3/4", aluminum with Pewter-Glo finish, NSF

Vollrath 47656 Plate, Satin Pewter Finish, 6 in Diameter, Stainless $44.46 Plate, Satin Pewter Finish, 6" diameter, stainless, imported

Bon Chef 1031P 7.75-in Dessert Plate, Aluminum/Pewter-Glo $159.48 Queen Anne Dessert Plate, 7-3/4", aluminum with Pewter-Glo finish, NSF

Bon Chef 1027P 6-5/8-in Underliner Plate, Aluminum/Pewter-Glo $125.64 Underliner/Plate, 6-5/8", aluminum with Pewter-Glo finish, NSF

Bon Chef 1042P 8-in Salad Plate, Aluminum/Pewter-Glo $159.48 Contemporary Salad Plate, 8", aluminum with Pewter-Glo finish, NSF

Bon Chef 1050P 8-in Scalloped Plate, Aluminum/Pewter-Glo $198.19 Scalloped Plate, 8", aluminum with Pewter-Glo finish, NSF

Bon Chef 1098P 10.25-in Coupe Plate, Aluminum/Pewter-Glo $135.25 Plate, 10-1/4", coupe, aluminum with Pewter-Glo finish, NSF

Bon Chef 1003P 11-in Traditional Dinner Plate, Aluminum/Pewter-Glo $130.38 Traditional Dinner Plate, 11", aluminum with Pewter-Glo finish, NSF

Bon Chef 9080P 11.5-in Triangle Plate, Aluminum/Pewter-Glo $65.19 Plate, 11-1/2", triangle, aluminum with Pewter-Glo finish, NSF

Bon Chef 9160P 20-in Triangle Serving Plate, Aluminum/Pewter-Glo $64.87 Serving Plate, 20", triangle, aluminum with Pewter-Glo finish

Bon Chef 9162P 24-in Triangle Serving Plate, Aluminum/Pewter-Glo $161.24 Serving Plate, 24", triangle, aluminum with Pewter-Glo finish

Bon Chef 9161P 22-in Triangle Serving Plate, Aluminum/Pewter-Glo $118.25 Serving Plate, 22", triangle, aluminum with Pewter-Glo finish

Bon Chef 1033P 9-in Dessert Plate, Aluminum/Pewter-Glo $99.06 Queen Anne Salad Plate, 9", aluminum with Pewter-Glo finish, NSF

Bon Chef 1028P 5.75-in Bread & Butter Plate, Aluminum/Pewter-Glo $106.32 Bread & Butter Plate, 5-3/4", aluminum with Pewter-Glo finish, NSF