Harry Winston Celebrates Year of the Pig with Chinese New Year Automatic 36mm
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Harry Winston is ushering in the Year of the Pig with the release of a new watch in its Premier Collection, the Chinese New Year Automatic 36mm.Chinese culture and traditions come together in the Chinese New Year Automatic 36mm on offer from Harry Winston. ThHarry Winston Celebrates Year of the Pig with Chinese New Year Automatic 36mm
Harry Winston is ushering in the Year of the Pig with the release of a new watch in its Premier Collection, the Chinese New Year Automatic 36mm.Chinese culture and traditions come together in the Chinese New Year Automatic 36mm on offer from Harry Winston. The 12th and final animal in the Chinese Zodiac — the Pig — according to tradition symbolizes wealth. The watch features several Chinese design elements including a pig and magnolia flowers, which are etched on a vivid red background with the aid of precious pearl marquetry. Magnolia flowers long to used to symbolize female beauty and grace in ancient China, give the timepiece a feminine touch.Mother-of-pearl in a brilliant shade of red creates a backdrop to the pig on the dial, which is crafted in 18-karat rose gold. Red and pink mother-of-pearl are used to create the magnolia flowers that embellish the pig. As a result, the dial showcases Harry Winston’s expertise in pearl marquetry. The house’s signature touches are also visible in the form of an emerald-cut diamond, which also denotes that the watch comes with a Swiss-made automatic movement. The HW2008 caliber mechanical movement is visible through the sapphire crystal case back, and the watch has a power reserve of 72 hours.Crafted from rose gold, the case is set with of 57 brilliant-cut diamonds. The crown and the tips of the lugs are also set with diamonds, giving the timepiece a luxurious look and feel. The rose gold ardillon buckle also features 17 brilliant-cut diamonds. While an alligator strap in a bright red hue that matches the dial is paired with the timepiece, and the watch comes in a lacquered box encased in magnolias.Click on the slideshow to check the timepiece.http://www.blouinartinfo.comFounder: Louise Blouin Read more