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Shawn Carter a.k.a. Hip-Hop king Jay Z‘s watch will soon launch , in collaboration with popular swiss watch brand, Hublot. ‘Shawn Carter Classic Fusion’ will be available in two styles – A Ceramic Black and Yellow Gold but in limited numbers. 250 Ceramic Black pieces and only 100 of the 18 Carat Yellow gold watch.
The watch machinery is visible from the dial, through a cut out sign that represents Shawn Carter logo. Seen behind the dial is HUB 1300 hand-wound movement that has 90 hours of power reserve. Branding is neatly imprinted on the top side of the dial.
Both watches are 45 mm in diameter.
Shawn Carter Classic Fusion watches will be available in Hublot stores from November 20. Ceramic Black is priced at $17,900 and Yellow Gold will cost $33900 if you can get your hands on one of the 100 timepieces.
*Images: Hublot
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