Richard Mille

• cal. RM003/4 manual wind movement, 31 jewels, one-minute tourbillon set with ceramic endstone, compensation balance • semi-skeletonized dial with Arabic numerals and luminescent dots, fan-form sectors for 78-hour power reserve and torque indications, aperture to reveal tourbillon carriage, central rotating disk with Arabic hours for second time zone • titanium tonneau-form case, push button in the crown to select W (Winding), N (Neutral) and H (Hands) functions, push button to the left band for second time zone, sapphire crystals and display back secured by 4 screws • case, dial and movement signed • with a titanium Richard Mille buckle

Manual winding movement, tourbillon and other functions in working order when cataloging. Dial is very nice and clean, very good condition. Case with a few very light hairlines around the bezel, one very minor nick to the edge of right band. Overall in very good condition. Please note the movement has not been tested for time keeping and a service might be required at the buyer's expense. **The strap of this wristwatch is made from an endangered species, please refer to important notices for further information**. Original Retail Price: approximately HKD $1,900,000 (*for reference only)
"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."

With a Richard Mille warranty certificate, an instruction manual and a winding box.

Released in 2002, RM003 features several unusual and sophisticated technical innovations, including a movement base plate made in carbon nanofiber, torque indicator, variable inertia balance, fast rotating barrel and function selector. All these advanced developments not only established foundation for the development of Richard Mille's later models, they also optimize the performance of the watch through enhancing its precision and reliability. When combined with the technical elegance of the tourbillon and the functionality of the quick-set second time zone mechanism, the watch ceases to perform as a mere practical and aesthetically pleasing timekeeper, but has elevated to become a true mechanical marvel.