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Chanel J12 Paradoxe 38mm

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The Chanel J12 Paradoxe 38mm was a 38 mm ceramic watch with a Caliber 12.1 automatic movement. It is no longer made, so this page is a reference for buying one used.

All Chanel watchesOther watchesUnder 11 mm thickCompact (38 mm and under)Display back
Price
$7,150
Material
Ceramic
Grade / type
High-tech ceramic
Water resistance
50 m
Reference
H6500
Type
Other
Case diameter
38.0 mm
Thickness
10.7 mm
Origin
France
Movement
Automatic
Caliber
Caliber 12.1
Power reserve
70 hours
Complications
Date
Colour
Multi
Construction
Assembled
Finish technology
Natural finish
Caseback
Sapphire
Nickel-free
No (steel contact)
Bracelet / strap
Black and white high-tech ceramic bracelet
Matching bracelet
Standard
Crystal
Sapphire
Display back
Yes
Dial
Split black and white
Dial colours
Black White
Availability
No longer offered
Status
Discontinued; the owner reports H6500 is no longer offered (checked 2026-10-18)
Not published
Lug-to-lug, Weight, Hardness, Surface treatment, Lume
Medium confidence Verified Jul 2026 Source: Monochrome, J12 Paradoxe Maker ↗
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Frequently asked questions

Is the Chanel J12 Paradoxe 38mm nickel-free?

No. At least one part that touches the skin is steel, usually the caseback or the clasp, and steel carries nickel, so the guide does not list it as nickel-free.

What is the case of the Chanel J12 Paradoxe 38mm made of?

The case is high-tech ceramic. The guide has not yet confirmed it on the maker's own page. The caseback is sapphire.

What size is the Chanel J12 Paradoxe 38mm?

The case is 38 mm across and 10.7 mm thick. It is water resistant to 50 m.

How much does the Chanel J12 Paradoxe 38mm cost, and is it available?

It is no longer made, so the only way to buy one is used. Its list price when it was in production was $7,150.

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