Details

CIRCA: 2007
CASE MATERIAL: 18K Rose Gold and PVD Coated Titanium
CASE DIAMETER: 42mm
CASE NO’: 2/68
DIAL: Carbon Fiber and Rose Gold Dial with Mystery Hour and Minute Indicators. Mirascope Crystal Display
MOVEMENT: Manual Wind
FUNCTIONS: Mystery Hour Minutes Display, MiraScope Crystal Creating Raised Optical Effect of Bust of Emperor Marcus Aurelius
BOX: Yes
PAPERS: Yes
ACCESSORIES: Christophe Claret Signed in Buckle, Christophe Claret Inner and Outer Presentation Box, Polishing Cloth, Gloves, Black Leather Folder, Black Leather Watch Case, Product Literature, Certificate (not dated), Loupe

This endangered species strap is shown for display purposes only and is not for sale. Upon sale, the strap will be removed.

Brought to you by

Lot Essay

In 2015, Christophe Claret debuted the Aventicum paying homage to the ancient Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius. Even with its “saltarellotime display, the focus of the Aventicum lies in its use of a miniature Mirascope (two concave shaped mirrors, that when facing each other, creates an optical illusion). The subject matter of this optical illusion is a miniature solid gold bust of the famous emperor, which is positioned below the top mirror, giving the bust the effect that its floating on top of the crystal. Powered by the Christophe Claret manufacture movement caliber AVE15.

Related Articles

Sorry, we are unable to display this content. Please check your connection.

More from
Christie's Fine Watchmaking: Important Timepieces and the Independent Collection
Place your bid Condition report

A Christie's specialist may contact you to discuss this lot or to notify you if the condition changes prior to the sale.

I confirm that I have read this Important Notice regarding Condition Reports and agree to its terms. View Condition Report