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L.U.C Lunar One

Case material
White gold
Bracelet strap
Leather
Buckle
Folding clasp
Dial finish
Hand-guilloché 18-carat ethical gold
Water resistance
30 m
Size
ø 40.50 mm
Thickness
11.63 mm
Movement
Self-winding mechanical
Power reserve: 65 h, 28800 vph
Poinçon de Genève
Functions
Hours, Minutes, Date, Day, Month, Moon phases, Perpetual calendar, Day/Night
Small Seconds, Leap-Year display
Reference
161951-1001
Launch date
01.2025
Collection
L.U.C
Price incl. VAT
81’600 CHF
Description

Since 2005, the first "calendar and astronomy" complication developed by Chopard Manufacture and named L.U.C Lunar One has featured a self-winding mechanical movement with a perpetual calendar as well as a precision orbital moon-phase display. This moon-phase mechanism is exceptionally accurate, deviating by just one day every 122 years. L.U.C Calibre 96.13-L now powers a newly redesigned timepiece, whose profile has been reshaped in line with the latest L.U.C aesthetic.

Crafted in 18-carat ethical white gold, the case features a bassine shape, meaning its base is narrower than its domed, polished bezel. Reflecting craftsmanship inspired by the pocket watches that emerged from Louis-Ulysse Chopard’s creative heritage in the 19th century, this distinctive profile creates an impressive sense of visual sophistication. This new case with its vertical satin-brushed sides is paired with a curved, fluted crown that is not only elegant but also easy to handle. The slightly domed sapphire crystal perfectly matches the curves of the bezel, giving the watch a rounded, harmonious profile. Further demonstrating the fine craftsmanship of this timepiece, the lugs are made separately before being welded to the case to ensure a perfect aesthetic result. The dial, meticulously hand-guilloché using traditional artisanal techniques, ensures optimal legibility of its indications. Additionally, an ingenious interchangeable strap system offers wearers a variety of options.

While the movement’s accuracy is chronometer-certified, the exceptional quality of this L.U.C Lunar One model’s finishing has also earned it the prestigious Poinçon de Genève quality hallmark.

Sustainability
Gold is an essential material in Chopard’s production and the key reason that the Maison made special efforts to ensure that sourcing gold mined responsibly for all of its watch and jewellery production would become a major focus in its Journey to Sustainable Luxury. This goal was achieved in July 2018, when Chopard’s workshops began using 100% ethical gold meeting the most stringent international environmental and social standards. Specifically, the Maison’s ethical gold comes from two transparent and traceable systems: responsibly produced artisanal gold and recycled gold certified by the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC). Artisanal and small-scale mining involves millions of men and women around the world, individuals working alone, with their families, or in cooperatives, using basic exploration, extraction and processing methods. Responsible mining of artisanal and small-scale produced gold is essential to Chopard’s sourcing strategy, as it allows the Maison to achieve full traceability from mine to finished product and significantly contributes to its favourable socio-economic and environmental impact. The RJC's CoC standard defines the requirements for identifying and tracking "eligible materials," including certified recycled gold from legitimate sources. Since 1978, Chopard has been one of the first watch and jewellery manufacturers to have its own foundry. Thanks to this independent approach, the Maison is now not only able to guarantee the origin of the gold used in its workshops, but also to resmelt its production scraps into gold.