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As we welcome the Year of the Wood Dragon in 2024, it’s the perfect time to consider exquisite timepieces that embody the spirit of this auspicious year. The Wood Dragon symbolises growth, harmony, and stability, making it a significant year to gift a luxurious watch that encapsulates these qualities. Here are some of the best watches to consider for gifting during the Lunar New Year 2024:
Vacheron Constantin Les Cabinotiers Grisaille High Jewellery Dragon
Craftsmanship and technical mastery, would we expect anything less from Vacheron Constanin? This is the first time Vacheron Constantin has used this green tint in their grisaille enamel, enhancing the mythical appearance of the dragon. The watch is further distinguished by its ultra-thin Calibre 1120 movement, which is just 2.45 mm thick, reflecting Vacheron Constantin’s commitment to combining technical sophistication with elegant design. The 40 mm case is crafted in 18K white gold and set with 146 baguette-cut diamonds, while the crown is adorned with a reverse-set brilliant-cut diamond. It’s paired with a dark green alligator leather strap featuring a white gold pin buckle set with 16 baguette-cut diamonds, making it a luxurious and symbolic gift for the Lunar New Year.
Hublot Spirit of Big Bang Titanium Dragon
The Spirit of Big Bang Titanium Dragon, a collaboration between Hublot and artist Chen Fenwan, merges ancient Chinese art with avant-garde horology to celebrate the Lunar New Year. This masterpiece showcases a tonneau-shaped titanium case adorned with a vibrant dragon, brought to life through traditional paper cutting techniques. The intricate design is layered over the dial and bracelet, embodying the dragon’s symbolic wisdom and prosperity. The watch is powered by the HUB1710 movement, ensuring precision and longevity, making it a spectacular homage to the Year of the Wood Dragon.
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Enamel Dragon
Embracing Lunar New Year with grandeur, the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Enamel Dragon stands as a beacon of craftsmanship and tradition. Clad in pink gold and adorned with a lustrous black Grand Feu enamel dial, this timepiece captivates with its luxurious appeal. The reverse side showcases a meticulously engraved dragon, symbolising strength and prosperity, rendered with exceptional skill and adorned with black rhodium. This bespoke watch, available exclusively by order, marries Swiss precision with a touch of mythical elegance, making it a perfect homage to the Year of the Dragon.
IWC Portugieser Chronograph Year of the Dragon
n honor of the Lunar New Year, IWC presents the exclusive Portugieser Chronograph “Year of the Dragon” edition, distinguished by its striking burgundy dial – a colour symbolising prosperity and joy. This collectible, limited to just 1,000 pieces, marries the precision of IWC’s engineering with the festive essence of the Lunar New Year, featuring an oriental dragon motif elegantly engraved on the golden rotor.
Franck Muller Cintrée Curvex Ryoko Kaneta Dragon
Franck Muller’s Cintrée Curvex Ryoko Kaneta Dragon Limited Edition, crafted in collaboration with artist Ryoko Kaneta, celebrates the Lunar New Year with a whimsical reinterpretation of the dragon. Instead of the traditional depiction, Kaneta presents the dragon through doll-like girls, interacting playfully with the dial’s indices, against the Cintrée Curvex’s neoclassical elegance. This limited edition, exclusive to Asia Pacific, features a 5850 Cintrée Curvex case, Arabic numeral indices, spade hands, and the reliable MVT FM 2536-SC self-winding movement, available in just 500 pieces.
