New Delhi: Luxury watchmaking met wildlife conservation in spectacular fashion as Jacob & Co. unveiled the bespoke Vantara watch, created as a tribute to Anant Ambani’s ambitious conservation initiative of the same name. Touted as one of the most exclusive high-jewellery timepieces ever made, industry whispers value the watch at over USD 1.5 million, or nearly Rs 13 crore.
More than just a timekeeper, the Vantara watch blends haute horlogerie with storytelling. Every design element reflects Anant Ambani’s commitment to wildlife protection, drawing inspiration from Vantara, his large-scale animal rescue and rehabilitation project based in Gujarat. The result is a rare watch that combines luxury, symbolism and conservation ethos.
What makes the Anant Ambani Vantara watch special?
A tribute to wildlife conservation
Jacob & Co. has described the Vantara watch as a celebration of one of the world’s most ambitious wildlife conservation efforts. The dial visually narrates the spirit of stewardship, with artistic cues inspired by lions, tigers and forest landscapes that define the Vantara project.
Hand-painted central figurine
At the heart of the dial sits a meticulously hand-painted miniature figurine of Anant Ambani, symbolising responsibility and guardianship. Flanked by sculpted lions and Bengal tigers, the figurine transforms the watch face into a miniature conservation tableau rather than a conventional display.
Green camouflage gemstone design
The case and dial are framed in a jungle-style camouflage pattern set with 397 hand-cut gemstones weighing 21.98 carats. The composition includes demantoid garnets, tsavorites, green sapphires and white diamonds, arranged to evoke forest textures while maintaining high-jewellery brilliance.
High-jewellery craftsmanship
Each gemstone has been individually selected and hand-set, creating depth, contrast and organic movement. The labour-intensive design highlights Jacob & Co.’s reputation for narrative-driven, one-of-a-kind watches that go far beyond standard luxury timepieces.
Price and rarity
The Vantara watch is a one-off creation, with its value estimated above USD 1.5 million (around Rs 13 crore). While technical movement details remain under wraps, the focus clearly lies on artistry, symbolism and exclusivity rather than mass production.
Anant Ambani’s growing luxury watch legacy
The Vantara watch now joins Anant Ambani’s increasingly talked-about watch collection, which balances heritage, culture and personal meaning. His collection also includes the Jacob & Co. Epic X Ram Janmabhoomi Titanium Edition, created in collaboration with Ethos Watches, and a Richard Mille RM 30-01 that famously caught global attention during his pre-wedding celebrations in 2024.
Together, these pieces underline a distinct theme—luxury with purpose. With the Vantara watch, Anant Ambani’s passion for conservation finds expression not in speeches or statements, but in a rare timepiece that turns wildlife stewardship into wearable art.
