Richard Mille
Blue Sapphire Tourbillon “Skull”
RM52-04
Movement:
Manual
Size:
42.35mm
Dial:
Skeleton Dial
Bracelet Material:
Rubber
Case Material:
Blue Sapphire
Year:
2019
Condition:
Excellent
Inclusion:
Box and Papers
The Richard Mille RM52-04 Skull Blue Sapphire is considered by many to be one of the rarest timepieces in the world. Crafted by hand, it prominently features a pirate skull hiding the tourbillon complication beneath, all encased in a hardened sapphire case. Working with sapphire is extremely difficult, and any mistake would mean having to redo the entire case from scratch again. It’s an incredible example of the brand’s commitment to creative freedom and non-conformity, while at the same time showcasing the watchmaking mastery and impeccable craftsmanship that Richard Mille is so known for. Only three of these timepieces were ever made, making it an incredibly extraordinary and unique gift for fans of Richard Mille.
Established in 1999 by watch designer Richard Mille and his partner, Dominique Guenat, Richard Mille revolutionized the watch industry with their highly technical and futuristic designed wristwatches. In 2001, the brand presented its first watch, the RM001 Tourbillion, a manual-wound tourbillon with a ribbed tonneau-shaped case that revealed its internal mechanism, which became the face of the brand’s identity. The brand has since been seen as a status symbol among celebrities from the likes of action stars Sylvester Stallone and Jackie Chan to star athletes including track and field star Yohan Blake, tennis champion Rafael Nadal and golfer Bubba Watson. Today, Richard Mille continues the tradition set by the RM001, producing innovation after innovation, whether through unparalleled horological engineering, or pioneering exciting new materials.
