Hermès's unique elegance: not controlling time.

HERMÈS | Arceau L'Heure de la Lune
HERMÈS | Arceau Le Temps Voyageur

Hermès has added new models to two distinct collections themed around the sky and continents: "Arceau L'Heure de la Lune" and "Arceau Le Temps Voyageur." These watches fuse Hermès's unique, precise craftsmanship with innovative design, presenting a new approach to time.

Text by Kosaku Waseda

Expressing "Time" Through Objects

Hermès's approach to watchmaking is distinct. A watch is not merely a tool, but an object that becomes a true companion for its wearer. Born from uncompromising craftsmanship and a unique design philosophy, Hermès watches do not simply measure or control time; they challenge the very concept of "time" itself.

With an air of effortless freedom, Hermès watches make each moment in daily life feel special and cherished. They embody the Maison's heritage of craftsmanship and its spirit of constant innovation.

Introduced in 2019, the "Arceau L'Heure de la Lune" is a model with particularly complex mechanisms within Hermès's watchmaking. Three new limited editions, each of 12 pieces, have now been released. These models feature Hermès's proprietary module, displaying the phases of the moon for both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres simultaneously. The dial's mobile counters complete a cycle in 59 days, as the lunar disc slowly reveals itself.

Each model's moon disc features a Pegasus motif inspired by Dimitri Rybaltchenko's "Full Moon" design, unfolding Hermès's signature fantastical world. The case and lugs showcase a distinctive two-tone design with contrasting materials: white gold and blue titanium, pink gold and titanium, and white gold and pink gold. Each is adorned with a different meteorite.

Furthermore, the straps are crafted from Hermès's signature alligator matte leather, each finished in a different hue.

And the "Arceau Le Temps Voyageur," introduced in 2022, is a unique watch displaying time zones for 24 cities worldwide via a rotating disc. Two new models have been added to this collection: one in white gold and one in pink gold.

On the dial, the home time is indicated at 12 o'clock, while the local time is displayed on the mobile counter, offering essential functionality for travelers and business professionals.

Beyond its functionality, the artistry is particularly noteworthy. Based on Jérôme Colliard's "World Map of Horse Riding" design, the motifs representing continents gain new depth, captivating the viewer with a three-dimensional sense of global travel. The dial features a grey-blue lacquer finish, accented by marine blue city indicators and blue openworked hands. The pink gold model boasts a mother-of-pearl dial shimmering with diamonds, delicately framed in pink gold.

Hermès's new proposal transcends time and space. These models prompt a reconsideration of what is truly important today, offering wearers a new perception of time.

Arceau L'Heure de la Lune Blue Grey Moon
Movement | Swiss Made, Hermès Manufacture mechanical automatic H1837 movement
Power Reserve | Approx. 40 hours
Case Size | 43mm
Case Material | White gold
Bezel | Blue DLC-coated titanium bezel
Dial | Lunar meteorite, mobile subdial (grey gradient lacquer finish), natural white mother-of-pearl moon. Southern moon: Pegasus motif "Full Moon" by Dimitri Rybaltchenko transferred. Northern moon: Lunar surface transfer, blue-coated hands.
Functions | Hours, minutes, date display, double moon phase (displays moon phases as seen from Northern and Southern Hemispheres)
Strap | Alligator (Color: Abyss Blue), grey satin finish edges
Price | ¥39,402,000 (Set of 3 models: suggested retail price)

Arceau L'Heure de la Lune Vesta
Movement | Swiss Made, Hermès Manufacture mechanical automatic H1837 movement
Power Reserve | Approx. 40 hours
Case Size | 43mm
Case Material | Pink gold
Bezel | Grey DLC-coated titanium bezel
Dial | Vesta meteorite, mobile subdial (grey gradient lacquer finish), natural white mother-of-pearl moon. Southern moon: Pegasus motif "Full Moon" by Dimitri Rybaltchenko transferred. Northern moon: Lunar surface transfer, pink gold-coated hands.
Functions | Hours, minutes, date display, double moon phase (displays moon phases as seen from Northern and Southern Hemispheres)
Strap | Alligator matte (Color: Graphite), pink satin finish edges
Price | ¥39,402,000 (Set of 3 models: suggested retail price)

Arceau L'Heure de la Lune Herg Cheff
Movement | Swiss Made, Hermès Manufacture mechanical automatic H1837 movement
Power Reserve | Approx. 40 hours
Case Size | 43mm
Case Material | White gold
Bezel | Pink gold bezel
Dial | Herg Cheff meteorite, mobile subdial (grey gradient lacquer finish), natural white mother-of-pearl moon. Southern moon: Pegasus motif "Full Moon" by Dimitri Rybaltchenko transferred. Northern moon: Lunar surface transfer, pink gold-coated hands.
Functions | Hours, minutes, date display, double moon phase (displays moon phases as seen from Northern and Southern Hemispheres)
Strap | Alligator matte (Color: Graphite), orange satin finish edges
Price | ¥39,402,000 (Set of 3 models: suggested retail price)

Arceau Le Temps Voyageur White Gold
Movement | Swiss Made, Hermès Manufacture mechanical automatic H1837 movement
Power Reserve | Approx. 45 hours
Case Size | 41mm
Case Material | White gold
Dial | Grey-blue lacquer finish, motif from Jérôme Colliard's "World Map of Horse Riding" Carré, silver opaline continent relief, meridian lines transferred in grey, continent names transferred in glossy marine blue, white lacquer finish mobile time counter, marine blue transferred Arabic numerals, city indicators on outer ring in silver opaline, city names transferred in marine blue, openworked blue hands coated with Super-LumiNova®
Functions | Dual time display with hours, minutes, and city indicators
Strap | Alligator (Color: Abyss Blue)
Price | ¥6,457,000 (Planned price as of March 2025)

Arceau Le Temps Voyageur Pink Gold with Diamonds
Movement | Swiss Made, Hermès Manufacture mechanical automatic H1837 movement
Power Reserve | Approx. 45 hours
Case Size | 38mm
Case Material | Pink gold, diamonds (78)
Dial | White mother-of-pearl, motif from Jérôme Colliard's "World Map of Horse Riding" Carré, champagne opaline continent relief, meridian lines transferred in white, continent names transferred in glossy black, white mother-of-pearl domed mobile time counter, grey transferred Arabic numerals, city indicators on outer ring in white mother-of-pearl, city names transferred in champagne with black, pink gold-coated leaf hands
Functions | Dual time display with hours, minutes, and city indicators
Strap | Alligator (Color: Gris Perle)
Price | ¥6,446,000 (Planned price as of March 2025)

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