Chopard José Carreras Wiener Staatsoper 12/1236 - Neo Vintage

8.150 USD

Chopard José Carreras Wiener Staatsoper 12/1236 - Neo Vintage In the 1980s, José Carreras was an opera legend and one of "The Three Tenors." In 1987, he was diagnosed with acute leukemia. However, with an extraordinary will to live, he miraculously triumphed over death. Because of this, the very next year, he officially founded the José Carreras International Leukaemia Foundation. The purpose was to fund medical research to find the optimal treatments, while providing maximum support to patients battling this life-threatening disease. Deeply moved by the ideals of his artist friend, starting in July 1996, the president of Chopard (Karl-Friedrich Scheufele) and José Carreras embarked on a grand project: crafting a series of five limited-edition watch collections. The ultimate goal of this project was not commercial profit, but fundraising. Each limited series sold was expected to generate approximately 250,000 CHF, contributing directly to the tenor's Leukaemia Foundation. This project gave birth to exquisite timepieces, with each edition honoring a prestigious opera house that had witnessed the legendary performances of José Carreras. The reference Ref. 16/1236 debuted first in two versions: yellow gold and white gold (limited to just 250 pieces each). This timepiece pays tribute to the Vienna State Opera in Austria (Wiener Staatsoper)—one of the world's oldest and most majestic cultural institutions. This is not merely a watch, but a legacy carrying forward a profoundly meaningful and humane story about the legendary tenor José Carreras.

Brand	Chopard
Collection	José Carreras
Reference	12/1236
Watch style	Neo-Vintage watches, Dress watches
Case size	Round shape, 38mm
Lug to lug	42.4mm
Thickness	8.6mm
Case material	18K yellow gold
Dial color	Ivory
Dial finishing	Eighth notes pattern
Glass	Sapphire
Movement type	Automatic
Calibre	891/2
Base calibre	JLC cal 891/2
Total parts	~270
Power reserve	40h
Frequency	4Hz (28,800vph)
Water resistant	30m (3bar)
Straps	Crocodile leather
Straps size	21 - 16 (C)
Buckle	18K pin buckle
Functions	Time only

1. Shipping Policy A. For customers in Vietnam: - The Quintime provides free delivery directly to customers. Delivery takes 3–5 days. - Customers may also pick up the product in person at 85D Tran Quang Dieu, Dong Da, Ha Noi. - Please record an unboxing video and check the package carefully. If you find any issues, contact us at (+84) 96 292 2660 for support. B. For international customers: - The Quintime offers free delivery within 3–15 business days, depending on the destination. Exact timing will be confirmed after address verification. - Please record an unboxing video and check the package carefully. If you find any issues, contact us at (+84) 96 292 2660 for support. 2. Return Policy You can return or exchange the product within 3 days after receiving the order in the following cases: - The received product does not match your order (wrong model, color, etc.). - The product is damaged during shipping. - Technical defects from the manufacturer that cannot be fixed. You cannot return or exchange in these cases: - Product damaged due to customer mishandling (drops, water damage, etc.). - Improper usage not in accordance with guidance from The Quintime staff. Returned items must include all original tags and accessories, and must not be tampered with. For assistance, call The Quintime at (+84) 96 292 2660.

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Chopard José Carreras Wiener Staatsoper 12/1236 - Neo Vintage

The ref. 12/1236 is strictly limited to a production of just 250 pieces, crafted from 18K yellow gold.

The dial features an ivory white tone, with its central sector delicately decorated with stylized eighth note motifs. The slender feuille (leaf-shaped) hour and minute hands, combined with applied Roman numeral hour markers, create a harmonious and perfectly balanced overall aesthetic.

At the 6 o'clock position lies the small seconds sub-dial, featuring a gold-plated outer ring that clearly separates it from the main dial.

The most distinctive feature lies on the caseback of this timepiece. The center of the caseback showcases an exquisitely hand-engraved image of the Vienna State Opera—Wiener Staatsoper. Right below this architectural marvel, the name of the legendary tenor José Carreras is softly yet distinctly engraved. This is the most powerful "storytelling" detail, serving as a historical testament that affirms the exclusive value of this product line.

Inside, the watch is equipped with the automatic Calibre 891/2 (based on a Jaeger-LeCoultre movement foundation), operating at a frequency of 4Hz with a 40-hour power reserve.

With a case diameter of 38mm and a lug-to-lug length of just 42.4mm, the watch wears beautifully and elegantly on wrist circumferences of 15.5cm and above.