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Chronograph 2147

Daniel Roth

SOLD
This manual wound chronograph, ref. 2147BA is historically significant in the history of Daniel Roth. Upon the founding of his eponymous brand in 1989 Daniel Roth’s first reference was none other than a tourbillon. Shortly after, the addition of a manual wound chronograph and automatic time only laid the brand’s foundation. This example features a monochromic dial paired with an 18-carat yellow gold case and a relatively early serial number below 35.  

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This manual wound chronograph, ref. 2147BA is historically significant in the history of Daniel Roth. Upon the founding of his eponymous brand in 1989 Daniel Roth’s first reference was none other than a tourbillon. Shortly after, the addition of a manual wound chronograph and automatic time only laid the brand’s foundation. This example features a monochromic dial paired with an 18-carat yellow gold case and a relatively early serial number below 35.  

 

The overall design found on this particular reference encapsulates the raison d’être of Daniel Roth – La Montre Objet d’Art. Daniel Roth pushed the boundaries of conventional watchmaking and executed some of his finest work in his early days. Most early examples feature a number on the dial and case back, which is a nod to Abraham-Louis Breguet’s pocket watches. Despite relying on the venerable Lemania 2320 ébouche, Roth went to great lengths to meticulously refinish parts of the movement with distinctive hand finishing and created an icon for his relatively young brand. 

 

The two-registered manually-wound chronograph shares similarities with Breguet ref. 3237. This particular example features Clous de Paris finishing, which is thought only to have been used on the earliest pieces. The warmth of the yellow-gold case contrasts rather well with the shimmery grey dial. The dial is signed ‘Daniel Roth’ at 12 o’clock and ‘Numero 3X’ at 6 o’clock, where the watch’s unique number is displayed. We noticed that most dials found within the rose gold cases feature a two-tone configuration, however, this example features a monochromic matching dial. The touch of blued hands provides increased legibility and a touch of contrast.

 

The double-ellipse yellow case measures 38x35mm and displays signs of oxidation. This example is accompanied by its original box, warranty 

 

Brand: Daniel Roth
Model: 2147 BA
Movement: Lemania 2320
Case Diameter: 38x35mm
Year: 1994 (sold) 
Box & Papers: Paper and Box 

 

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Brands: Daniel Roth

This manual wound chronograph, ref. 2147BA is historically significant in the history of Daniel Roth. Upon the founding of his eponymous brand in 1989 Daniel Roth’s first reference was none other than a tourbillon. Shortly after, the addition of a manual wound chronograph and automatic time only laid the brand’s foundation. This example features a monochromic dial paired with an 18-carat yellow gold case and a relatively early serial number below 35.  

Condition report

The watch exhibits minimal signs of wear, with no notable scratches or concerns.

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