F. P. Journe

Tourbillon Souverain A pink gold tourbillon wristwatch with constant force remontoire, power reserve indication and brass movement, Circa 2003 | 粉紅金陀飛輪腕錶，備恆動力裝置、動力儲備顯示及黃銅機芯，約2003年製

Auction Closed

October 4, 09:30 AM GMT

Estimate

2,000,000 - 4,000,000 HKD

Lot Details

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PROPERTY FROM THE ORIGINAL OWNER

F. P. Journe

Tourbillon Souverain

A pink gold tourbillon wristwatch with constant force remontoire, power reserve indication and brass movement, Circa 2003

粉紅金陀飛輪腕錶，備恆動力裝置、動力儲備顯示及黃銅機芯，約2003年製

Dial: white gold and silvered

Calibre: cal. 1498 mechanical, 25 jewels

Case: 18k pink gold, sapphire crystal display back secured by 6 screws

Case number: 189-03T

Closure: black F.P. Journe alligator strap and 18k pink gold buckle

Size: 38 mm diameter

Signed: case, dial and movement

Accessories: F. P. Journe Certificate of Authenticity and presentation box

附帶證書及盒子

Introduced in 1999, the Tourbillon Souverain revolutionized wristwatches by being the first to incorporate a constant force remontoire. This mechanism effectively regulated the uneven force delivered by the mainspring. F.P. Journe's brilliance shines through the combination of the remontoire with the tourbillon, paying homage to horological traditions while creating intricate and modern timepieces.

Aside of the complexity of the movement, the material used to craft it is a story of its own as well. During the early days of the brand, resources were limited, therefore the watchmaker would employ the use of brass for it being more affordable. The brand would eventually transition to pink gold as seen on present models, yet brass movements are much more sought after by collectors, as approximately only 2000 watches were made with brass.

With the flat remontoire cock and smaller screws, the present example can be identified to be from the 4th series of the first generation of Tourbillon Souverain. Preserved in extraordinary close to new condition, the present watch comes with its original box and certificate.