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CHANEL SEATED LION LONG NECKLACE Coco Chanel was inspired by a host of animal in fl uences including the beloved lion. So, this year’s unveiling of the Seated Lion Long Necklace watch is a perfect re fl ection of the brand’s roots. The pendant watch features a carved 18K yellow gold lion seated proudly atop a regal base of 23 baguette-cut diamonds weighing 4.42 carats. At the underside of the pendant sits a black lacquer watch dial, so the wearer needs only lift the pendant to see the time. The lion hangs from a gold circle set with 20 baguette-cut diamonds that rests at the bottom of an 18K gold chain set with 191 brilliant-cut diamonds and hand-faceted onyx beads. In total, the watch boasts more than eight carats of diamonds. Just 10 pieces will be made. Price on request, chanel.com

HERMÈS ARCEAU DUC ATTELÉ

Originally designed in 1978 by the famed Henri d’Origny, the all-new Hermès Arceau Duc Attelé watch is a deft blend of aesthetics and haute horology. The alluring 43mm titanium timepiece boasts a triple-axis tourbillon whose opening is so large that it seems to rise out of the center of the dial to showcase its mesmerizing constant revolutions. The three carriages of the escapement each rotate at di ff erent speeds for a delightful dance. Additionally, the watch is a minute repeater that chimes the hours, quarter hours and minutes. The U-shaped peripheral equestrian inspired gongs reside at 6 o’clock. The complex mechanical manual-wind movement consists of 563 individual components. Just 24 pieces will be made; each will be numbered. $401,400, hermes.com