{"product_id":"hermes-caleche-rectangular","title":"Hermès Calèche Rectangular","description":"\u003cp\u003eTwo-window dial · Quartz · Seller-dated to the 1970s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy we chose it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe chose this Calèche because the dial feels like a piece of graphic design. The carriage emblem has a space of its own, with the time displayed below it. That split gives the watch an unusual rhythm: first an image, then a function. It is the sort of detail that makes us stop, look again and want to understand the object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe long rectangular case gives the two windows a clear frame. Gold tones around black create a strong outline, while the smaller time display keeps the face from feeling crowded. We like how the emblem becomes part of the arrangement, rather than simply a signature printed above the hands. The black leather strap continues that contrast and leaves the case in focus. It is a confident design built from a small number of elements, each with a job to do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA little context\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe acquisition identifies this quartz Calèche as a watch from the 1970s. The family also includes closely related hand-wound rectangular designs, so a similar shape alone does not establish a reference or production year. We retain the seller’s approximate dating; the exact reference and year are unknown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product__accordion accordion\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails id=\"Luminant-LUM-008-whats-included\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"summary__title\"\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"h4 accordion__title inline-richtext\"\u003eWhat’s included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003csvg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" class=\"icon icon-caret\" viewbox=\"0 0 10 6\"\u003e\u003cpath fill=\"currentColor\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M9.354.646a.5.5 0 0 0-.708 0L5 4.293 1.354.646a.5.5 0 0 0-.708.708l4 4a.5.5 0 0 0 .708 0l4-4a.5.5 0 0 0 0-.708\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion__content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe watch shown in the photographs, with its fitted strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLuminant Archival Watch Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal Hermès box and original purchase papers are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product__accordion accordion\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails id=\"Luminant-LUM-008-on-the-wrist\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"summary__title\"\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"h4 accordion__title inline-richtext\"\u003eOn the wrist\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003csvg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" class=\"icon icon-caret\" viewbox=\"0 0 10 6\"\u003e\u003cpath fill=\"currentColor\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M9.354.646a.5.5 0 0 0-.708 0L5 4.293 1.354.646a.5.5 0 0 0-.708.708l4 4a.5.5 0 0 0 .708 0l4-4a.5.5 0 0 0 0-.708\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion__content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt approximately 24 × 32 mm, the case gives the design some length while keeping its width compact. We would wear it with a plain sleeve and let the rectangular shape provide the interest. The black leather strap is aftermarket. Email us for help with strap fit before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product__accordion accordion\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails id=\"Luminant-LUM-008-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"summary__title\"\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"h4 accordion__title inline-richtext\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003csvg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" class=\"icon icon-caret\" viewbox=\"0 0 10 6\"\u003e\u003cpath fill=\"currentColor\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M9.354.646a.5.5 0 0 0-.708 0L5 4.293 1.354.646a.5.5 0 0 0-.708.708l4 4a.5.5 0 0 0 .708 0l4-4a.5.5 0 0 0 0-.708\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion__content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hermès\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: Calèche Rectangular, as identified in the acquisition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDating: Provisionally 1970s, from the seller; unconfirmed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReference: Not yet established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMovement: Quartz (battery-powered), as identified in the acquisition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Approximately 24 × 32 mm, yellow-gold-plated steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDial: Black two-window composition; carriage emblem above, Roman numeral time display below\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrystal: Flat mineral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrap: Aftermarket black leather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product__accordion accordion\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails id=\"Luminant-LUM-008-condition\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"summary__title\"\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"h4 accordion__title inline-richtext\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003csvg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" class=\"icon icon-caret\" viewbox=\"0 0 10 6\"\u003e\u003cpath fill=\"currentColor\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M9.354.646a.5.5 0 0 0-.708 0L5 4.293 1.354.646a.5.5 0 0 0-.708.708l4 4a.5.5 0 0 0 .708 0l4-4a.5.5 0 0 0 0-.708\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion__content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePre-owned and in working order, with visible signs of wear. Please review the photographs of the plating, case corners, crystal and dial. Fitted with an aftermarket black leather strap and supplied in a Luminant Archival Watch Box, without original papers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA note on vintage watches\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage and pre-loved watches may show signs of age and wear, including surface marks, tarnishing or wear to gold plating where present. Please take a close look at all photographs and read the condition notes for this watch before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hermès","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67650631893383,"sku":"LUM-008","price":745.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/3753\/9975\/files\/LUM-008-front.jpg?v=1791455104","url":"https:\/\/www.luminant.watch\/products\/hermes-caleche-rectangular","provider":"Luminant","version":"1.0","type":"link"}