Symbol of ELEGANCE

Longines draws artistic inspiration from mythical Chinese folklore in creating the Conquest Heritage Year of the Snake timepiece.

- TAN SIOK HOON

The Year of the Snake is culturally significant in the Chinese zodiac for its association with wisdom, intuition and transformation. Individuals born under this sign are known to be intelligent, resourceful and adaptable, embodying the snake’s ability to shed its skin and emerge renewed.

In horology design, the play on the Chinese zodiac provides wonderful inspirations, evident from the slew of wristwatches launched to celebrate the Year of the Snake — a period believed to augur change, introspection and the embrace of new beginnings with grace and wisdom.