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Richard Mille
Estimate
300,000 - 400,000 CHF
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Description
- AN EXCEPTIONAL LIMITED EDITION OVERSIZED PLATINUM AND DIAMOND-SET TOURBILLON CURVED TONNEAU SKELETON WRISTWATCH CIRCA 2005 RM012 2/30
- Titanium
- length 48 mm
• cal. RM 012, manual winding movement, 20 jewels, one-minute tourbillon carriage • sapphire crystal dial revealing the movement, Arabic numerals with luminescent dot accents, luminescent skeletonized hands • enlarged bezel and band finely set with baguette-diamonds, hidden lugs, sapphire crystal display back secured by four screws • case, dial and movement signed • with a Richard Mille titanium folding clasp • approximate diamond weight 8.5 cts
Condition
Dimensions: 48 mm x 39.30 mm (widest point) x 13.84 mm (thickest area)
Further accompanied by a cleaning fabric and a screwdriver.
The movement is running while cataloguing however it may require a service in the near future to be well preserved. The dial is in very good condition with no visible imperfection. The case set with baguette shaped bright and clean top Wesselton diamonds (stated to be VVS). No traces of wear but a few micro scuffs to the edge only visible with a lope. Overall this is an exceptional and rare watch in very well preserved condition and comes with a one year warranty.
RM012 Tourbillon
Ref RM012 AGPT, serial num 02/30
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.
Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.
Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by a Richard Mille Warranty, Instructions Manual in a black leather folder and a presentation case.
In 2007 the RM 012 won the most prestigious award during the Geneva «Grand Prix De l'Horlogerie »: The « Golden Hand » which is presented to only one watch a year.
This model was created in a limited edition of 30 examples in platinum and inspired by architecturally engineered structural forms. The design of the RM 012 offers optimal rigidity with exceptional resistance to thermal change and corrosive elements. This is the first time in watchmaking history that a movement has been made without a base plate, but only with tubular structures.
Out of these 30 pieces, only 5 examples were made with a full set of 189 baguette-cut top wesselton diamonds weight 8.5 cts. The present model is number 2/5.