Richard Mille | RM019 "Celtic Knot" Tourbillon
Watch & Jewelry
March 31, 2015

Richard Mille | RM019 "Celtic Knot" Tourbillon


Richard Mille


RM019 Tourbillon "Celtic Knot"


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The "Celtic Knot" pattern, a quintessential artistic motif of the 5th-century Celtic civilization, symbolizes a mysterious, unending design. It suggests that life has no beginning or end, and that the soul is immortal. The ingenious Richard Mille has fused this ancient, eternal symbol with an exquisitely complex tourbillon watch to create the "RM019," embodying a new concept of "timeless time."

On the skeletonized dial, a single line adorned with diamonds traces the Celtic Knot pattern, encompassing the barrel, power reserve indicator, and tourbillon. Within this flowing line, the off-center hour and minute hands elegantly mark the passage of time.

Turning to the caseback, the see-through sapphire crystal reveals a mainplate entirely crafted from black onyx. This rare natural stone is said to deflect harmful terrestrial energies and bring stability, long believed to foster a calm mind and enhance creativity. Further embellishing the onyx plate at the 6 o'clock position is a Celtic Knot design formed by three intersecting arcs, adding another layer of refined beauty.




Beyond these mystical aspects as a talisman watch, the RM019 also features...
...newly developed mechanisms that symbolize Richard Mille's signature technical prowess. These include a power reserve indicator employing a differential gear system directly linked to the barrel. A rotating disc with a red line between 10 and 11 o'clock allows for an instant visual check of the winding status.

A primitive, mystical motif meets a 21st-century timepiece that epitomizes watchmaking excellence. The RM019 is available in 18K white gold and rose gold cases, released as a limited edition of just 15 pieces each.

Richard Mille RM019 Tourbillon "Celtic Knot"
Manual winding
21,600 vibrations per hour
Case dimensions (H x W x T) | 45 x 38.3 x 12.15 mm
18K white gold case
Alligator strap
Water resistance | 5 ATM
Price | ¥37,800,000

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