RICHARD MILLE UNIQUE RM018 'HOMMAGE A BOUCHERON' - PART OF THE 'COLLECTIBLES'
RICHARD MILLE. AN IMPRESSIVE AND UNIQUE 18K WHITE GOLD SKELETONIZED TOURBILLON WRISTWATCH WITH WHITE AGATE WHEELS, MADE TO COMMEMORATE THE 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF BOUCHERON
SIGNED RICHARD MILLE, BOUCHERON, REF. RM018 WG, UNIQUE PIECE, CIRCA 2008
RICHARD MILLE. AN IMPRESSIVE AND UNIQUE 18K WHITE GOLD SKELETONIZED TOURBILLON WRISTWATCH WITH WHITE AGATE WHEELS, MADE TO COMMEMORATE THE 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF BOUCHERON
SIGNED RICHARD MILLE, BOUCHERON, REF. RM018 WG, UNIQUE PIECE, CIRCA 2008
Movement: Manual
Dial: Skeletonized
Case: 39 mm. wide
With: 18k white gold Richard Mille double deployant clasp, Certificate of Authenticity dated 2024, Statement of Delivery and Service Invoice dated 2024, additional black leather Richard Mille strap and presentation box
Remark: Unique piece, freshly serviced at Richard Mille in October 2024, Part of the 'Collectibles' Richard Mille’s RM018 tourbillon made in homage to Boucheron is a highly significant model in the history of the company.
The RM018 was in fact the first of Richard Mille’s wristwatches to be fitted with a movement made with sapphire crystal plates, an incredible achievement. In fact, the know-how gained during the production of the RM018 later proved invaluable in the production of the extraordinary crystal watches RM056 and RM56-01.
2008 marked the 150th anniversary of the Parisian jeweler Boucheron and to commemorate this special occasion, Richard Mille produced a very special model, the RM018 in a number of variations. Most notable for its movement which is not only a tourbillon but also has wheels set with white agate gemstones. The limited edition collection of 30 white gold RM018 watches, each one being unique were manufactured in which they differ by the materials featured in the wheels. Some of the materials in certain models include tiger’s eye, jasper, onyx, and diamonds which can be seen through the skeletonized dial. The technique that is required to create such a watch involves a high level of mathematical modeling and high-precision in handcrafting its wheels.
As a clear nod to the history of Boucheron, the crown is in the style synonymous with the Maison’s haute joaillerie, and the case is deeply engraved with vertical ridges which is reminiscent of the iconic Reflet watch which was introduced by the jeweler in 1947.
The present lot is one of the most intriguing variations of the edition with stark white and glossy agate gemstones that stand out from the skeletonized movement. They also complement the white gold case and are offset by the sporty black rubber strap. Executed as a pièce unique, this watch represents a rare opportunity to acquire a contemporary creation reflecting the history of two significant brands at the top of their respective industries.
