{"product_id":"hublot-classic-fusion-42mm-elements-special-edition-542-nx-849m-lr-thg21-malachite-dial","title":"Hublot Classic Fusion 42mm Elements Special Edition 542.NX.849M.LR.THG21 Malachite Dial","description":"\u003ctable style=\"width: 99.646%; height: 43.1876px;\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.3324%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.7531%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.6443%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBox \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.1804%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePapers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 23.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.3324%; height: 23.5938px;\"\u003eLike New (9\/10)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.7531%; height: 23.5938px;\"\u003e2022\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.6443%; height: 23.5938px;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.1804%; height: 23.5938px;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpening Context\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Classic Fusion represents the more restrained side of Hublot’s design language. It retains the exposed bezel screws, mixed materials and layered case construction associated with the brand, but presents them in a slimmer, less overtly sporting form. This Elements Special Edition takes that familiar architecture in a more decorative direction, pairing titanium and King Gold details with a natural malachite dial. The result is recognizably Hublot, but with the stone itself providing much of the watch’s individual character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy This Reference Matters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe defining feature of Ref. 542.NX.849M.LR.THG21 is its natural malachite dial. Rather than relying on a conventional painted or metallic surface, the dial is formed around the stone’s characteristic bands and variations of green, meaning its visual appeal comes from naturally occurring pattern rather than an applied decorative motif. Polished gold-plated hour, minute and seconds hands provide a warm contrast. That relationship continues through the 42 mm titanium case, where a polished King Gold crown, bezel lugs and H-shaped bezel screws introduce carefully placed gold accents without turning the entire watch into a precious-metal piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn the Wrist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt 42 mm, the Classic Fusion has clear presence, but titanium helps keep the physical experience lighter than its dimensions might suggest. The malachite dial naturally becomes the focal point, changing considerably with lighting and viewing angle, while the gold-toned details warm the otherwise cooler titanium construction. A black leather strap with rubber lining keeps the watch practical against the wrist, with gold-tone stitching visually connecting the strap to the case accents. The overall effect is contemporary and expressive, but less imposing than many of Hublot’s more overtly architectural designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Transparency\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example is configured with a 42 mm satin-finished and polished titanium case, polished King Gold crown, bezel lugs and H-shaped bezel screws, together with a natural malachite dial and polished gold-plated hands. It is fitted to a black leather strap with black rubber lining, gold-tone stitching and folding clasp. Power comes from the automatic Calibre HUB1100, with an approximately 42-hour power reserve. No specific information regarding cosmetic condition, box and papers, provenance or previous servicing has been provided, and these details therefore remain unconfirmed rather than assumed. Because malachite is a natural stone, variations in colour, banding and pattern should be regarded as characteristics of the individual dial; its surface condition should also be assessed carefully.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy It Belongs in a Collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis reference suits a collector drawn to unusual dial materials but who wants them within a relatively straightforward three-hand watch. The appeal is less about complication and more about the interaction between natural stone and Hublot’s material-driven approach to case construction. Within a broader collection, it can provide colour and texture without duplicating the character of a conventional precious-metal dress watch or steel sports watch. The individuality of the malachite also gives each example a visual personality that is difficult to reproduce with a manufactured dial surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClosing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Hublot Classic Fusion Elements Special Edition Ref. 542.NX.849M.LR.THG21 works through contrast: lightweight titanium against warm King Gold details, modern case architecture against organic malachite, and a relatively simple display against a dial with considerable natural variation. It is a more measured expression of Hublot’s interest in materials, with the stone given enough space to remain the central feature of the watch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 42 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Satin-Finished and Polished Titanium with Polished King Gold Crown, Bezel Lugs, and H-Shaped Bezel Screws\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Natural Malachite Dial with Polished Gold-Plated Hour, Minute, and Seconds Hands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrap:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Black Leather Strap with Black Rubber Lining, Gold-Tone Stitching, and Folding Clasp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Reserve:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 42 Hours\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMovement:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Automatic (Calibre HUB1100)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eShipments are delivered under Delivered Duty Unpaid (DDU) terms, with duties and taxes payable by the recipient.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e","brand":"TimeTells","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67580070232364,"sku":null,"price":22988.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0919\/4982\/6348\/files\/542.NX.849M.LR.THG21-1584590-1.jpg?v=1791361679","url":"https:\/\/www.timetells.shop\/products\/hublot-classic-fusion-42mm-elements-special-edition-542-nx-849m-lr-thg21-malachite-dial","provider":"TimeTells","version":"1.0","type":"link"}