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Angelus U10 Lumiere Tourbillon Limited Edition Wristwatch

Partially verified

This Angelus U10 Lumiere Tourbillon is an unconventional stainless steel wristwatch produced circa 2015 as number 6 in a limited edition of 25 pieces. It features an elongated rectangular case measuring 63 mm by 38 mm divided into two distinct glazed compartments. The left section houses a translucent-grey sapphire dial with radial markers and central hands, while the right compartment provides an expansive viewing aperture dedicated to the prominent tourbillon mechanism. Powered by a manually wound movement featuring dead beat seconds, the timepiece was presented with an Angelus folding clasp, presentation boxes, and accessories.

Front three-quarter view of the stainless steel Angelus U10 Lumiere Tourbillon showing the dual-chamber dial and tourbillon display.
Front three-quarter view of the stainless steel Angelus U10 Lumiere Tourbillon showing the dual-chamber dial and tourbillon display. — Christie's. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
onlineonly.christies.com
Category
Wristwatch · Tourbillon wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Angelus
Reference
U10 Lumiere
Catalogue / lot identifier
205
Source-reported date
circa 2015
Country
Not established
Source-reported serial
6/25

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Identity and Edition

This timepiece is catalogued as an Angelus U10 Lumiere Tourbillon wristwatch in stainless steel, dated circa 2015 by Christie's. Marked with case number 6/25, it is identified as part of a limited edition of 25 pieces.

The auction lot notes identify the watch as combining a tourbillon with dead beat seconds, describing it as 'No. 6 of 25 pcs.'

Evidence for this section
  • “ANGELUS, VERY RARE AND INTERESTING U10 LUMIERE TOURBILLON, STAINLESS STEEL, LIMITED EDITION 6/25”
  • “CIRCA: 2015”
  • “CASE NO’: 6/25”
  • “No. 6 of 25 pcs.”

Case Architecture and Visible Layout

The catalog records the stainless steel case dimensions as 63 mm by 38 mm. Visual observation confirms a dual-aperture rectangular case featuring brushed top surfaces and polished beveled edges, with the winding crown positioned on the left flank.

The structure divides into two lateral viewing areas: the left aperture houses a translucent-grey sapphire dial with radial markings, while the right aperture encloses an oversized tourbillon assembly visible through a wraparound sapphire crystal.

Evidence for this section
  • “CASE MATERIAL: Stainless steel”
  • “CASE DIAMETER: 63mm x 38mm”
  • “DIAL: Translucent-Grey Sapphire”
  • “Dual-aperture rectangular case featuring brushed top surfaces and polished beveled edges.”
  • “Right aperture encloses an oversized tourbillon assembly visible through a wraparound sapphire crystal.”

Mechanism and Reported Features

The watch features a manually wound movement providing time-only indication and dead beat seconds. The catalog lot essay asserts that the timepiece incorporates an 'in house movement, Breguet-overcoil and dead beat seconds' coupled with a tourbillon.

Specific caliber designations, jewel counts, and operational performance are not detailed in the listing data, and internal mechanical components cannot be independently verified from the single exterior photograph.

Evidence for this section
  • “MOVEMENT: Manual”
  • “FUNCTIONS: Time Only, Dead Beat Seconds”
  • “While a tourbillon alone is a quite an achievement in haute horologie, a tourbillon coupled with an in house movement, Breguet-overcoil and dead beat seconds”

Open research questions

  • What specific manufacturer caliber reference number is assigned to this manual-wind movement?
  • What markings, hallmark stamps, or inscriptions are engraved on the reverse case back and the folding clasp?
  • Does the undated certificate record an original point of sale or delivery date?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Angelus U10 Lumiere Tourbillon Limited Edition Wristwatch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Case MaterialStainless steel“CASE MATERIAL: Stainless steel”
Case Dimensions63mm x 38mm“CASE DIAMETER: 63mm x 38mm”
DialTranslucent-Grey Sapphire“DIAL: Translucent-Grey Sapphire”
Movement TypeManual“MOVEMENT: Manual”
FunctionsTime Only, Dead Beat Seconds“FUNCTIONS: Time Only, Dead Beat Seconds”
Circa2015“CIRCA: 2015”
Case No6/25“CASE NO’: 6/25”
Accompanying DocumentationProduct Literature and undated Certificate“Product Literature, Certificate (not dated), Loupe”
Strap RestrictionDisplay only; excluded from sale“This endangered species strap is shown for display purposes only and is not for sale. Upon sale, the strap will be removed.”

Visible details

  • Dual-aperture rectangular case featuring brushed top surfaces and polished beveled edges.
  • Left aperture displays a radial-pattern translucent dial with the Angelus logo and dead beat seconds hand.
  • Right aperture encloses an oversized tourbillon assembly visible through a wraparound sapphire crystal.
  • Winding crown is positioned on the left flank of the case.

Research qualifications

  • The endangered species strap shown in the photograph is stated as not for sale and excluded upon purchase.
  • Movement caliber designation is not specified in the catalog listing.
  • The case back and lateral profiles are not visible in this single image view.

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

ANGELUS, VERY RARE AND INTERESTING U10 LUMIERE TOURBILLON, STAINLESS STEEL, LIMITED EDITION 6/25, | Christie’s

Reviewed 2026-10-21 · Record ac95eff214

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