I have not confirmed the details on this new Chanel timepiece, the J12 Retrograde Mysterieuse. But apparently Giulio Papi (of AP Reaud & Papi) headed the team that created this unique watch to celebrate the anniversary of Chanel's iconic J12 collection. The resulting limited edition timepiece is surely the most desirable J12 watch ever. And most complicated. The case is made of ceramic (a signature of the J12 collection), but the open-worked dial, tourbillon and retractable vertical crown are the standout features of this watch.

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Chanel partnered with Audemars Piguet to make this special edition J12 Calibre 3125. The watch has the Chanel label on it, however the movement was made by Audemars Piguet. It uses 18k yellow gold on a nice black ceramic finish.

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The new Chanel J12 GMT with a black ceramic case has a nice 42 mm wide and 10 mm thick. Chanel claims that is unscratchable and stain-resistant. I have never had a problem with stains on any watch, but scratches are a different story.

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To celebrate the opening of their new flagship store Chanel has created a one-of-a-kind J12 Tourbillon. This model has "Beverly Hills No. 1/1" inscribed on the caseback. The new store on Rodeo Drive is 14,700 sq ft. and is 4 stories tall.

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Here is the CHANEL J12 Tourbillon Special Edition that comes in white gold and either white or black high-tech ceramic. I like the Classic Chanel design.