As another lunar year passes, another animal takes the reigns in the 12-year Chinese zodiac cycle, and this time it’s the rooster. Except for all the implications this has for those observant, hardworking, resourceful, courageous, and talented people born in the year of rooster (at least according to the Chinese horoscope), a new year brings an opportunity to get creative for some of the world’s luxury brands. Here is our selection of rooster-themed luxury goods that celebrate the turning of a page in the lunar calendar.
Namiki’s Special Zodiac Collection
Exclusive fountain pens by Namiki are known for being meticulously crafted and feature fine Japanese emblems and other symbolic mythological creatures. The new Namiki Zodiac Collection (Rooster) and the Namiki Chinkin Royal Rooster celebrate the recently welcomed new lunar year.
The Zodiac collection was inspired by the Chinese calendar. Each piece was individually handcrafted by a group of master lacquerware craftsmen, with an added touch of the traditional Maki-e craftsmanship. These superb pens display artistic sophistication in
their rich layers of gold and silver dust. The collection features all 12 animals of the Chinese zodiac, including the Rooster.
Another addition to the exclusive Namiki Chinkin series is the Royal Rooster which was delicately polished using the famed Senbori technique. Decorated with an image of a fighting rooster it embodies strength, zest and power.
Find out more on http://www.pilot-namiki.com/
Ulysse Nardin’s ‘Year of the Rooster’
Coming from the workshops of the famed Ulysse Nardin is the celebratory “Year of the Rooster” timepiece, the latest addition to the Classico Collection.
The design of the watch captures rooster’s natural energy by using a centuries-old champlevé method of enameling, which involves the carving of cells with a chisel directly on the dial, which are then filled with enamel. To achieve a colorful effect different metallic oxides are carefully blended to bring the artist’s sketch to life. After firing the enamel melts preserving the intricate decoration.
The “Year of the Rooster”, is a strictly limited edition watch with of only 88 pieces available.
Find out more on http://www.ulysse-nardin.com/
Degussa’s Gold and Silver Rooster Coins
The 99.99% pure gold and pure silver in proof quality exclusive Rooster coins are a noble way to celebrate the coming of a new year. Each golden coin features a rooster standing amongst leaves and bamboos for a touch of Chinese tradition and the word Rooster inscribed in Chinese characters. The gold releases are available as individual 1 ounce, 1⁄4 ounce and 1/10 ounce coins at Degussa,
The silver coins are engraved with a hen and three chicks amid flowers and bamboo and the same Chinese character inscription as the golden version. Flip it over to find Ian Rank-Broadly effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The coins in silver are available as individual 1 kilo, 1 ounce and 1⁄2 ounce coins.
Find out more on http://www.degussa-pm.sg/
