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Lot Essay
This incredible unique De Bethune wristwatch is offered here for the first time at auction. Consigned by its original owner, the timepiece is furthermore offered in excellent overall condition.
The CS127 ‘Virtus’ can only be described as stunning, the perfect example of De Bethune’s mission to integrate scientific advancements with mechanical craftsmanship. The impressive large pink gold case is fitted with an 1800 Vickers hardness sapphire crystal over the superb ‘Grand Feu’ enamel dial which immediately draws the attention, such is its beauty that it is hard not be seduced by both the striking aesthetic and De Bethune’s extraordinary level of finish and innovation.
Virtus was a specific virtue in Ancient Rome. It carries connotations of valor, excellence, courage, character, and worth.
The solid pink gold back cover with invisible hinge can be released by a button in the band at 4 o’clock to reveal the hand mirror-polished movement with grade 5 titanium bridge covers beneath a further 1800 Vickers protective sapphire crystal. The DB2005 calibre movement alone includes at least four De Bethune patent inventions that have become such a signature of the brand, it offers a six-day power reserve from the self-regulating twin barrel (patented 2004) with indicator placed discreetly on the dial; titanium/platinum balance (patented 2016); silicon escape wheel; triple-parachute shock protection system (patented 2005) and De Bethune balance spring with flat terminal curve (patented 2006).
This horological masterpiece provides collectors with the opportunity to obtain a unique and exceptional piece of independent watchmaking of the highest caliber.
De Bethune
Founded in 2002 by David Zanetta and Denis Flageollet, De Bethune quickly flourished in the watch industry by merging both peerless aesthetic with the latest horological breakthroughs. The deceptively simple elegance of their designs serves well in magnifying the complexity of the materials and processes involved in the creation of their timepieces. As De Bethune crafts an extremely limited amount of timepieces per year, the philosophy of the company has been to create better rather than more, and to draw inspiration from age-old expertise in order to constantly invent the future.
The company won the 2011 “Aiguille D’Or”, the highest distinction awarded by Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève (Geneva Watchmaking Grand Prix) for its DB28 model.
The CS127 ‘Virtus’ can only be described as stunning, the perfect example of De Bethune’s mission to integrate scientific advancements with mechanical craftsmanship. The impressive large pink gold case is fitted with an 1800 Vickers hardness sapphire crystal over the superb ‘Grand Feu’ enamel dial which immediately draws the attention, such is its beauty that it is hard not be seduced by both the striking aesthetic and De Bethune’s extraordinary level of finish and innovation.
Virtus was a specific virtue in Ancient Rome. It carries connotations of valor, excellence, courage, character, and worth.
The solid pink gold back cover with invisible hinge can be released by a button in the band at 4 o’clock to reveal the hand mirror-polished movement with grade 5 titanium bridge covers beneath a further 1800 Vickers protective sapphire crystal. The DB2005 calibre movement alone includes at least four De Bethune patent inventions that have become such a signature of the brand, it offers a six-day power reserve from the self-regulating twin barrel (patented 2004) with indicator placed discreetly on the dial; titanium/platinum balance (patented 2016); silicon escape wheel; triple-parachute shock protection system (patented 2005) and De Bethune balance spring with flat terminal curve (patented 2006).
This horological masterpiece provides collectors with the opportunity to obtain a unique and exceptional piece of independent watchmaking of the highest caliber.
De Bethune
Founded in 2002 by David Zanetta and Denis Flageollet, De Bethune quickly flourished in the watch industry by merging both peerless aesthetic with the latest horological breakthroughs. The deceptively simple elegance of their designs serves well in magnifying the complexity of the materials and processes involved in the creation of their timepieces. As De Bethune crafts an extremely limited amount of timepieces per year, the philosophy of the company has been to create better rather than more, and to draw inspiration from age-old expertise in order to constantly invent the future.
The company won the 2011 “Aiguille D’Or”, the highest distinction awarded by Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève (Geneva Watchmaking Grand Prix) for its DB28 model.