F.P. Journe Octa A

A very fine and rare limited edition platinum wristwatch with small seconds, date, day and night, power reserve indication, ruthenium-coated dial and movement, certificate and presentation box, numbered 44 of a limited edition of 99 pieces

Manufacturer: F.P. Journe Year: Circa 2004 Case No: 44/99-02A Model Name: Octa Jour/Nuit, Ruthenium Collection Material: Platinum Calibre: Automatic, cal. 1300, 32 jewels Bracelet/Strap: Crocodile Clasp/Buckle: 18K white gold and platinum F.P. Journe deployant clasp Dimensions: 40mm diameter Signed: Case, dial, movement and clasp signed Accessories: Accompanied by F.P. Journe certificate stamped Carat D. Fourneret St Barthélemy dated 14th August 2004, instruction manual, watch tool, loupe, cloth, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.Condition Report Sign Up or Login Description View our Conditions of Sale . Manufacturer : F.P. Journe Year : Circa 2004 Case No : 44/99-02A Model Name : Octa Jour/Nuit, Ruthenium Collection Material : Platinum Calibre : Automatic, cal. 1300, 32 jewels Bracelet/Strap : Crocodile Clasp/Buckle : 18K white gold and platinum F.P. Journe deployant clasp Dimensions : 40mm diameter Signed : Case, dial, movement and clasp signed Accessories : Accompanied by F.P. Journe certificate stamped Carat D. Fourneret St Barthélemy dated 14th August 2004, instruction manual, watch tool, loupe, cloth, fitted presentation box and outer packaging. Catalogue Essay F.P. Journe timepieces are highly sought after by collectors due to their limited production and high level of craftmanship, but the watches from the Ruthenium Collection hold a special place in the brand's historical offerings. The collection was created as expressions of Francois-Paul Journe's creativity and were exclusively produced for select longstanding clients. The collection consists of five models manufactured between 2002 and 2005, each limited to a production run of 99 pieces. The Octa Jour/Nuit was introduced in 2002 as part of the Ruthenium Collection. It combines the day and night indication with the Octa movement and has only ever been available within this unique collection. What sets this collection apart is the use of ruthenium on the dial and movement, a rare precious metal from the platinum group of the periodic table. Ruthenium possesses exceptional durability, being resistant to scratches and oxidation. While it is not commonly used in watches, it finds applications in aerospace engineering and electronics due to its robust composition. Aesthetically, ruthenium exhibits a distinctive smokey grey sheen and a high-shine finish, imparting a sleek and stylish appearance to the watch. This model holds a special significance as it represents a tangible piece of the brand's history. Notably, all the watches from the Ruthenium Collection represent some of the last pieces to feature brass movements before F.P. Journe transitioned to pink gold movements. Together with all the accompanying accessories, it is an opportunity not to be missed to acquire one of the most exclusive F.P. Journe watches made. Read More Artist Biography F.P. Journe Swiss • 1999 Founded by watchmaker François-Paul Journe in 1999, the F.P. Journe brand is relatively young, but already is as highly regarded by collectors as many distinguished manufacturers with centuries-old heritage. In the minds of the world's savviest collectors, Journe is producing some of the finest wristwatches the market has ever seen. Mastering his craft from restoring historical timepieces, he was the first to create a wristwatch incorporating two escapements that benefit from the phenomenon of resonance — the Chronomètre à Résonance. Key models include the Résonance, tourbillon wristwatches incorporating a remontoir and the limited edition Vagabondage series. Especially sought-after are his earliest "souscription" watches, made in 1999. View More Works A very fine and rare limited edition platinum wristwatch with small seconds, date, day and night, power reserve indication, ruthenium-coated dial and movement, certificate and presentation box, numbered 44 of a limited edition of 99 pieces