The Year of the Rabbit: Luxury watch brands celebrate Chinese New Year 2023
Luxury watch brands celebrate Chinese New Year 2023 offering unique designs inspired by this year’s zodiac animal: The Rabbit
Breguet Classique 9075 - 2023 Chinese New Year Edition
SYMBOL OF mercy, elegance and beauty, the rabbit will take over from the tiger at the Chinese New Year on 22 January 2023.
Vacheron Constantin: Métiers d’Art The legend of the Chinese zodiac - Year of the rabbit
Métiers d’Art The legend of the Chinese zodiac - Year of the rabbit - ref 86073/000P-B932
Vacheron Constantin is pursuing its dialogue with collectors and passionate devotees of Haute Horlogerie by enriching its Métiers d’Art The legend of the Chinese zodiac with the sign of the rabbit. “Demure as a maiden, quick as a rabbit”: this old Chinese saying is an appropriate interpretation of rabbit in Chinese cultural cognition, perfectly signifying the highly incisive and agile image of this zodiac sign. Symbolising graciousness, kindness and benevolence in traditional Chinese culture, the rabbit will take over from the tiger at the Chinese New Year on 22 January 2023. Two new creations, issued in limited series of 9 each, combine the technical excellence of Calibre 2460 G4 with the beauty of artistic crafts.
Métiers d’Art The legend of the Chinese zodiac - Year of the rabbit TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Métiers d’Art The legend of the Chinese zodiac - Year of the rabbit - ref 86073/000P-B932
Reference
86073/000P-B932
Case
Platinum
40 mm diameter, 12.72 mm thick
Transparent sapphire crystal caseback
Water-resistance tested at a pressure of 3bar (approx.30 meters)
Dial
Platinum, hand-engraved, Grand Feu enamelled
Hand-engraved platinum rabbit
Strap
Dark blue Mississippiensis alligator leather with alligator leather inner shell, hand-stitched, saddle-finish, large square scales
Clasp
Platinum gold folding clasp
Polished half Maltese cross-shaped
Métiers d’Art The legend of the Chinese zodiac - Year of the rabbit - ref 86073/000P-B933
Reference
86073/000R-B933
Case
18K 5N pink gold
40 mm diameter, 12.72 mm thick
Transparent sapphire crystal caseback
Water-resistance tested at a pressure of 3bar (approx.30 meters)
Dial
18K gold, hand-engraved, Grand Feu enamelled
18K 5N pink gold rabbit
Strap
Brown Mississippiensis alligator leather with alligator leather inner shell, hand-stitched, saddle-finish, large square scales
Clasp
18K 5N pink gold folding clasp
Polished half Maltese cross-shaped
Calibre
2460 G4
Developed and manufactured by Vacheron Constantin
Mechanical, self-winding
31 mm (11¼’’’) diameter, 6.05 mm thick
Approximately 40 hours of power reserve
4 Hz (28,800 vibrations/hour)
237 components
27 jewels
Hallmark of Geneva certified timepieces
Limited series of 9 pieces per reference.
Pieces only available through the Vacheron Constantin Boutiques.
TAG HEUER CARRERA YEAR OF THE RABBIT
TAG Heuer Carerra year of the rabbit - Ref BN2A1L.FC6521
Ahead of the Lunar New Year, Swiss luxury watchmaker TAG Heuer is releasing a dedicated timepiece commemorating the year of the rabbit, TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Year of the Rabbit.
Limited to only 500 pieces, the stunning black, red and golden chronograph is refined yet sporty and infused with delicate symbols of the cunning and cute animal. The rabbit zodiac sign represents wits, prudence and skill, positive attributes that will undoubtedly resonate with a discerning clientele.
The colour red, present in subtle touches throughout the piece represents luck, joy, passion and boldness since ancient times in China. Closely linked to the fire element, it is also the colour of choice to adorn the most revered spaces and possessions.
TAG HEUER CARRERA YEAR OF THE RABBIT TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
TAG Heuer Carrera year of the rabbit front view
Reference
BN2A1L.FC6521
Case
44 mm diameter, steel, polished, fine brushed case Ceramic black tachymeter fixed bezel ;domed, beveled sapphire crystal with double anti-reflective treatment
Steel crown at 3 o’clock
Black steel pusher at 2 o’clock Black steel pusher at 4 o’clock Sapphire case back
Water resistance : 100 meters
Dial
Black dial
Strap
Black calf skin strap with contrasted stitching
Steel folding clasp with double safety push-buttons
TAG Heuer year of the rabbit back view
Calibre
Calibre HEUER02 Automatic
Limited series of 500 pieces.
Piaget Altiplano Zodiac watch
Piaget Altiplano Zodiac watch - Ref G0A47540
Piaget introduces the last zodiac sign in the series that celebrates the year of the rabbit. Designed by Anita Porchet, master enameler who was been working with the Swiss brand since 2006, the Altiplano zodiac watch which features two rabits, housed in a 38 mm 18K white gold case set with 78 brilliant-cut diamonds is a limited edition of 38 pieces.
Piaget Altiplano Zodiac watch TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Reference
G0A47540
Case
38mm
Dial
Enamel
Strap
Black Alligator with Ardillon Buckle
Water resistance: 03 ATM
Movement:
Hand-wound mechanical
Number of jewels: 18
Power reserve (in hours): Approx. 43
Finishing:
Blued screws, Circular Côtes de Genève, Bevelled bridges, Circular-grained mainplate
IWC Schaffhausen Portugieser Automatic 40 Edition Chinese New Year
IWC Schaffhausen Portugieser Automatic 40 Edition Chinese New Year
To celebrate the beginning of the Year of the Water Rabbit, IWC Schaffhausen introduces the Portugieser Automatic 40 Edition “Chinese New Year.” This classic and elegant Portugieser in an ergonomic 40-millimetre stainless steel case features a striking burgundy dial and gold-plated hands and appliques. A particular highlight is hidden on the back of the watch: the gold-plated oscillating weight of the automatic winding mechanism in the form of a rabbit.
IWC Schaffhausen Portugieser Automatic 40 Edition Chinese New Year TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
IWC Schaffhausen Portugieser front view
Reference
IW358315
Case
Stainless steel case, burgundy dial, gold-plated hands and appliqués, black calfskin strap, additional calfskin strap with burgundy colour gradation
Glass
Sapphire, convex, antireflective coating on both sides
Water-resistant 3 bar
IWC Schaffhausen Portugieser rear view
Features
Mechanical movement – Pellaton automatic winding system – Small hacking seconds – See-through sapphire glass back – Limited to 500 pieces
Movement
IWC-manufactured calibre 82200 Frequency 28,800 vph / 4 Hz Jewels 31 Power reserve 60 h Winding Automatic
Van Cleef & Arpels Lady Duo de Lapins
Van Cleef & Arpels Lady Duo de Lapins - Ref VCARPBK900
Inspired by the enchantment of fauna and flora, Van Cleef & Arpels creations celebrate the spectacle of a benevolent nature in constant regeneration and renewal. In the Maison's collections, time flows in harmony with the timeless cycle of the seasons.
The Lady Duo de Lapins watch encloses the scene of two cute rabbits who, at daybreak, enjoy a merry walk in the woods in a 33 mm case. The decoration combines gold, diamonds, sapphires, garnets, lapis lazuli, mother of pearl, enamel, lacquer and miniaturized paint, to give life to this placid little picture in the shade of the trees. The narrative continues on the back of the watch, with an engraving that echoes the motif of the dial.
van Cleef & Arpels Lady Duo de Lapins TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Lady Duo de Lapins front View
Reference
VCARPBK900
Stone
Diamond: 302 stones, 4.06 carats
Stone Lapis Lazuli: 1 stone
Stone Mother of pearl: 1 stone
Stone Emerald: 12 stones, 0.22 carat
Stone Tsavorite: 10 stones, 0.22 carat
Stone Sapphire: 12 stones, 0.3 carat
Lady Duo de Lapins rear view
Case
Case size: 33 mm
Water resistance: 3 ATM
Bracelet
Bracelet material: alligator (rembrandt green) interchangeable
Buckle type: Pin
Movement
Hand-wound mechanical movement (Q474), power reserve 38 h
Chopard L.U.C XP Urushi Year of the Rabbit
Chopard L.U.C XP Urushi Year of the Rabbit
Every year Chopard collectors worldwide await with anticipation the release of the brand’s annual Chinese New Year Special edition L.U.C. This year is no exception! Using the ancient Japanese technique of Urushi Lacquering the 2023 edition, depicts a scene of two rabbits running under a full moon. Powered by automatic L.U.C 96.17-L movement with an off-centre micro-rotor, this 39.5mm timepiece is limited to 88 pieces.
Chopard L.U.C XP Urushi Year of the Rabbit TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Chopard L.U.C XP Urushi Year of the Rabbit front view
Case: 39.5 millimeters
Made from polished 'Ethical Gold' 18K rose gold
Water resistance: 30 meters
Dial: Covered with a glass dial and lid.
Back with sapphire crystal coated with anti-reflection
Strap: Perfectly combined with a black crocodile leather strap
Movement: Powered by automatic L.U.C 96.17-L movement with an off-centre micro-rotor
Breguet Classique 9075 - 2023 Chinese New Year Edition
Breguet Classique 9075 - 2023 Chinese New Year Edition
On the occasion of the Chinese New Year, Breguet is celebrating the Year of the Rabbit with an 8 pieces limited edition timepiece dedicated to women. This watch, from the Classique collection, showcases a combination of in-house artisanal techniques: the enamel and engraving expertise. The timepiece is an artistic interpretation adorned with 6 rabbits whose beauty gently manifests women’s sense of smartness and nimbleness.
Breguet Classique 9075 - 2023 Chinese New Year Edition TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Breguet Classique 9075 - 2023 Chinese New Year Edition front view
Breguet Classique 9075 - 2023 Chinese New Year Edition detail
Reference: 9075BB/25/976 DD00 04
Case: 18K white gold, bezel and horns set with 88 diamonds
Diameter: 33.50 mm
Thickness: 7.85 mm
Dial: “Grand feu” Enamel dial
Movement: self-winding
Balance-spring: in silicon
Escapement: Swiss straight-line lever, silicon
Water resistance: 3 bar (30 m)
Calibre: 591C
Frequency: 4.0 Hz
Power reserve: 38 hours Components: 171
Strap: 1 sky blue alligator leather strap