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The Luna Magna assortment, devoted to the “Chinese Zodiac”, showcases two variations of this masterpiece. Each model is adorned with a big moon, crafted from crimson gold (5N) mixed with both pietersite or onyx, dealing with an impressive dragon. The dragon, sculpted and hand-engraved from crimson gold, coils across the dial and captivates with its detailed scales, claws, whiskers, and horns. The dragon’s consideration is fastened on the three-dimensional globe representing the moon, a logo deeply intertwined with the Chinese calendar and the mythological pearl of knowledge.
The timepiece options a big dial in concord with the moon’s materials, providing a putting visible distinction. The dial displaying hours and minutes is made from white opal, a signature Arnold & Son gemstone. This intricately designed dragon, turning its gaze in direction of the lunar globe, provides a creative aptitude, reworking the watch into an objet d’artwork. The watch’s strap, lined with crimson alligator leather-based, provides a remaining contact of class and pays homage to the Middle Kingdom.
Powering the Luna Magna Red Gold “Year of the Dragon” is the A&S1021 calibre, a manually-wound mechanism meticulously developed and assembled in-house. This calibre affords a exceptional 90-hour energy reserve and operates at a frequency of three Hz. On the case again, a secondary moon age show permits exact adjustment of the lunar globe, complemented by clear graduations.
Notably, the watch’s lunar mechanism is astronomically correct, deviating solely 24 hours each 122 years from the precise lunar cycle. The moon operate is well adjustable through the crown, showcasing Arnold & Son’s mastery in watchmaking.
