BY JOVAN KRSTEVSKI
In Chinese astrology, the mighty dragon reigns supreme, a symbol of power, nobility, and boundless good fortune. As the Lunar New Year approaches, to celebrate the upcoming Year of the Dragon in 2024, Longines unveils a new dazzling timepiece; the Flagship Heritage Moonphase Year of the Dragon. It’s a limited edition watch that captures the essence of this mythical creature.
In a 38.5mm x 12.40mm stainless steel case, the watch combines classic elegance with subtle dragon motifs. The domed sapphire crystal offers a clear view of the vibrant dial, a mesmerizing gradient of fiery red transitioning to a deep, mysterious black at the periphery. This color scheme, steeped in Chinese symbolism, represents life’s vibrant beginnings and profound depths.
Eleven gilt hour markers, elongated at 3, 9, and 12 o’clock, grace the dial with grandeur. Dauphine hands, filled with Super-LumiNova® for easy legibility, dance across the dial, reflecting moonphase display and date ring colors at 6 o’clock. This celestial complication, framed by a golden pointer date, adds cosmic charm to the timepiece.
Beneath the watch’s striking aesthetics lies the Longines L899.5 automatic movement. This robust caliber features a cutting-edge silicon balance spring, offering anti-magnetic resilience and a generous 72-hour power reserve. It serves as a fitting engine for a watch destined to accompany you through life’s adventures, mirroring the auspicious dragon’s unwavering support.
The Longines Flagship Heritage Moonphase Year of the Dragon is elegantly secured with a black alligator strap and a matching Heritage pin buckle. Limited to 888 pieces, the watch is available exclusively in Asia. Priced at EUR 3,250, it represents an investment in both time and the boundless fortune promised by the Year of the Dragon.
