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Lot #1447

Roger Dubuis Golden Square G40 Perpetual Calendar MOP Dial

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Introduction

Beginning his independent watchmaking journey like the highly-esteemed watchmakers that came before him, Roger Dubuis learnt his trade by working for several large Haute Horlogerie brands like Patek Philippe before embarking on his own endeavors. Founding his eponymous brand in 1995, Roger Dubuis timepieces have evolved into some of the best-regarded pieces of high-end independent horology the market has to offer. While the brand is no longer independent and has since broken away from their more traditional roots and embraced the hyper-technical designs we see them employ today, the brand still retains a charming place in the heart of many collectors with their early pre-Richemont takeover models standing as the most sought after. In that same vein, the Golden Square Perpetual Calendar that we have here was launched in 2006, two years before Richemont acquired the brand and so stands as one of the brand’s most beloved collections. Released as a limited edition collection with 28 numbered pieces in rose gold and another 28 in white gold, which is what we have here; this beautiful timepiece blends a truly complex automatic perpetual calendar movement with a beautiful mother of pearl dial, a lapis lazuli and gold moon phase, an interesting asymmetrical display and a unique square construction. With its unconventional design, the Golden Square goes to prove just how far ahead of his time Roger and his brand were – proven by just how timeless his early designs have been over the decades since their creation.

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Grade

M 9

Status

Vetted & Approved

Included

Watch Only

Est. value range

$10,000 – $15,000

The Details

Brand

Roger Dubuis

Dimensions

40mm x 40mm

Model

Golden Square Perpetual Calendar

Movement

Automatic cal. RD 5739

Reference

G40 1439 0 NP1.6A

Bracelet

Leather strap

Year

2006

Condition

Excellent

Material

18kt white gold

Included

Watch only

Dial Color

Mother of Pearl

THE DIAL

Sporting a silver Mother of Pearl dial with black exploding Arabic numerals, the Golden Square's pièce de résistance is its lapis lazuli moon phase indictor with a solid gold moon embedded within the stone.

THE CONSTRUCTION

While its 40mm x 40mm 18kt white gold case does span an impressive 52mm from lug-to-lug, the Golden Square Perpetual Calendar's cambered shape allows its case to wrap around the wrist and wear wonderfully.

TIMING MACHINE READOUT

Condition

Watch is in excellent condition with only the slightest superficial wear. Dial is near-mint and does not show any flaws.

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 exceptionally unique and rare timepiece that screams Roger Dubuis' distinctive aesthetic, eye for detail, and impeccable craftsmanship, the Golden Square is a fantastic piece that any collector will be happy to add to their collection.

Justin Gruenberg

Co-founder