Arceau Petite Lune Watch With Sapphire Blue Alligator Strap

Description of the Watch

The Hermès Arceau Petite Lune Watch with Sapphire Blue Alligator Strap, reference W049028WW00, presents a poetic expression of time infused with celestial elegance. Crafted from polished stainless steel, featuring a glittery white lacquered dial and powered by the Hermès H1837 Manufacture movement with a Petite Lune moon phase module, this large model showcases Hermès' mastery of refined design and horological excellence.

Overview

Designed by Henri d’Origny in 1978, the Arceau’s distinctive lines — asymmetrical stirrup-inspired lugs and clean round case — provide the perfect canvas for artistic interpretation. The Petite Lune version adds a lunar complication, capturing the wonder of the night sky while staying true to the collection's graceful spirit.

Design and Craftsmanship

The 38 mm polished stainless steel case offers a bright, elegant silhouette. The glittery white lacquered dial sparkles softly, with a beautifully rendered moon phase indicator positioned at 10:30, featuring a blue background and rhodium-plated decoration. The date aperture at 6 o’clock ensures a balanced layout. Protected by anti-reflective sapphire crystal on both the dial and caseback, this timepiece offers durability and exceptional clarity. A smooth sapphire blue alligator leather strap adds a vivid, luxurious touch, secured with a polished steel pin buckle.

Movement and Performance

Inside, the Hermès H1837 Manufacture movement, enhanced by the Petite Lune module, delivers precise timekeeping. This self-winding mechanical caliber offers an extended 50-hour power reserve and drives the watch’s hours, minutes, date, and moon phase complications with reliable Swiss precision.

Features and Complications

This radiant timepiece offers:

• Hour and minute display

• Date display at 6 o’clock

• Moon phase indicator at 10:30 with a blue background and rhodium-plated decoration

• Swiss-made Hermès H1837 Manufacture self-winding mechanical movement with Petite Lune module

• Water resistance up to 3 bar (30 meters)

• Smooth sapphire blue alligator strap for a vibrant, elegant finish

Specifications

Case

• Material: Stainless steel

• Diameter: 38 mm

• Crystal: Anti-reflective sapphire crystal (front and caseback)

• Water Resistance: 3 bar / 30 meters

Dial

• Material: Glittery white lacquered

• Decoration: Moon phase indicator with blue background and rhodium-plated decoration

Bracelet/Strap

• Type: Single-turn, short size

• Material: Smooth sapphire blue alligator leather

• Clasp: Steel pin buckle

Movement

• Caliber: Hermès H1837 Manufacture with Petite Lune module

• Type: Self-winding mechanical

• Functions: Hour, minute, date, moon phase

• Power Reserve: Approximately 50 hours

• Origin: Made in Switzerland