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Hermès Heure H

Collection profile · 1996

Heure H is Hermès’ architectural watch line that turns the house initial into a case shape, designed by Philippe Mouquet in 1996; it has become a broad family ranging from compact quartz pieces to more elaborate diamond and automatic executions.

Why it matters

Heure H is a pure brand-signature watch: instantly readable, architecture-led, and flexible enough to carry Hermès’ leather and jewelry savoir-faire.

Key references

W404305WW00

Heure H watch, Medium model, 30 mm — Current Hermès USA product page; explicitly states the 1996 design by Philippe Mouquet and describes the H-shaped icon.

W404256WW00

Heure H watch, Large model, 34 mm — Current Hermès USA product page for a larger Heure H execution.

W054131WW00

Heure H watch, 34 mm — Current Hermès USA product page reinforcing the 1996 origin and the line’s icon status.

Collection timeline

  • 1996 — Philippe Mouquet designs Heure H around the Hermès initial.
  • 2024 — Hermès continues offering Heure H in multiple sizes and material combinations.

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