Lot 59
A RARE RICHARD MILLE REF. RM005 PLATINUM LIMITED EDITION 'FELIPE MASSA' WRISTWATCH
Sale 1085 - Watches
Oct 12, 2022 10:00AM CT
Live / Chicago
Estimate
$70,000 - $90,000

Sold for $100,000

Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
A RARE RICHARD MILLE REF. RM005 PLATINUM LIMITED EDITION 'FELIPE MASSA' WRISTWATCH
45.00 x 37.00 mm case dimensions, skeletonized dial, white Arabic numerals, date aperture at 7 o'clock, exhibition case back, self-winding movement, black leather strap signed RICHARD MILLE, platinum tang buckle signed RICHARD MILLE. 8 1/2 inches inner circumference.
Case back stamp: RICHARD MILLE (maker’s mark) Pt 950 RM005 F. MASSA AG Pt 23/40 SWISS MADE.
Clasp stamp: RICHARD MILLE.
The collaboration between Richard Mille and Felipe Massa began as a friendly challenge between two friends. Felipe wanted a watch that could resist the high G Forces in Formula 1, while being easy to wear. 

The RM005 Felipe Massa Limited Edition was developed to withstand the violent accelerations and vibrations of a F1 Grand Prix, while combining the exquisite and iconic characteristic of Richard Mille watches. The present features a skeletonized automatic winding movement and a date indicator. It is numbered 23/40.
Condition Report
Measurements: The inner circumference of the watch measures approximately 8 1/2 inches.
Overall Condition: The watch winds, sets and runs at the time of cataloguing but has not been timed for accuracy. There is heavy wear to the strap and the strap is detached completely at the 12 o'clock side. 

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