Chopard reimagines the L.U.C Lunar One: a celestial complication in white gold

Since its debut in 2005, Chopard’s L.U.C Lunar One has stood as a poetic emblem of precision — a perpetual calendar paired with an orbital moon-phase so exact it strays by only one day every 122 years. In 2025, the Maison unveils a newly refined version, powered by the L.U.C Calibre 96.13-L, its profile reshaped in harmony with the latest L.U.C aesthetic codes.

Housed in 18-carat ethical white gold, the case reflects a subtle artistry rooted in heritage. Its bassine silhouette, narrower at the base and crowned with a domed, polished bezel, recalls the elegance of 19th-century pocket watches. Vertical satin-brushed sides, a fluted curved crown, and a softly domed sapphire crystal amplify its fluid proportions, while the welded lugs showcase Chopard’s meticulous finishing. The result is a case that radiates quiet sophistication from every angle.

The dial is a canvas of artisanal mastery, hand-guilloché to perfection for clarity and beauty, balancing the perpetual calendar displays with luminous legibility. Beneath the surface, the movement’s accuracy is chronometer-certified, while its finishing — marked by hand-polished bevels and refined decoration — has earned the prestigious Poinçon de Genève hallmark.

Adding to its contemporary versatility, an ingenious interchangeable strap system offers the wearer a choice of moods, ensuring the Lunar One transitions seamlessly from day to evening.

The new L.U.C Lunar One is more than a technical triumph; it is a lyrical ode to time’s eternal cycles. With its celestial accuracy, artisanal elegance, and ethical foundation, Chopard has elevated one of its most iconic complications into a timeless expression of savoir-faire and grace.