Introduction
Founded in 1989 as one of the early entrants within the modern field of independent watchmaking, Daniel Roth is a watchmaker that quickly gained the plaudits of industry insiders and collectors alike thanks to their stunning creations, fine watchmaking, and dedication to artisanal crafts. With an impressive array of high complication timepieces under their belt, the brand was acquired by BVLGARI in 2000 as the famed Italian jeweler made their way into the watchmaking industry, a move that has since paid off. A cult icon still to this day, Daniel Roth symbolizes the majesty within a unique and distinctive aesthetic - an aesthetic that continues to make their timepieces beloved by collectors around the globe. Here we have a stunning Daniel Roth Le Sentier from before BVLGARI acquired the brand, sporting Daniel Roth’s signature stepped ellipsocurvex case design crafted from 18kt white gold with a beautiful dark blue dial with vertical pinstripe guilloche, concentric engraving along the chapter rings and diamond set hour markers behind green Arabic numerals. An elegant watch that is filled with Daniel Roth’s signature aesthetic while still breaking from conventional with its rare diamond-set dial, this timepiece is a wonderful piece of 1990s independent watchmaking.
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Grade
M 9
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Box and Papers
Est. value range
$4,000 – $6,000
The Details
Brand
Daniel Roth
Dimensions
34mm x 31.5mm
Model
Le Sentier
Movement
Automatic
Reference
N/A
Bracelet
Leather strap with 18kt white gold buckle
Year
Circa 1990s
Condition
Very good
Material
18kt white gold
Included
Watch, box, papers and two additional leather straps with one spare buckle
Dial Color
Blue
THE DIAL
Sporting a rare dial arrangement, this example features a dark blue dial with vertical guilloche pinstriping and a diamond-set chapter ring that encircles green Arabic numerals.
TIMING MACHINE READOUT
This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.
THE CONSTRUCTION
Sporting a unique and distinctive stepped ellipsocurvex case that has since become a signature design element of the Daniel Roth brand, the Le Sentier feeds off the same aesthetic identity that has established the brand as a modern cult classic.
Condition
Watch is in near-mint condition with little to no signs of wear. Watch includes extra straps and an additional buckle.
Please Note: Due to CITES considerations, if the watch is to be shipped outside of the USA, the exotic skin strap will have to be removed.
Our Perspective
An iconic brand within the industry thanks to their contribution to independent watchmaking, Daniel Roth has quickly gained the notoriety they deserve thanks to their distinctive aesthetic and artistic creations. Belonging to their golden age, this example is a wonderful timepiece that is both; an artistic creation and filled with a unique aesthetic.
Eric Ku
Co-founder
