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Royal Juan Carlos I spotted wearing Richard Mille

Former King of Spain Juan Carlos I Stunned the world by wearing a limited edition 25-piece Richard Mille RM009 Tourbillon "Felipe Massa" wristwatch. This watch is considered the most significant Richard Mille ever made, since it was the very first Richard Mille watch that boasted ultra-lightness - weighing only 28 grams. The secret behind its weight? The watch is made entirely from ALUSIC metal, a combination of aluminum and silicon carbide particles forged in a high-speed centrifugal furnace, offering extreme lightness and resilience - features no other watchmaker can boast off.

This remarkable timepiece was released in 2005 and had an original retail price tag of around $349,000.00, but today, it is worth much more on the collector's market. It is, without a doubt, a masterpiece of engineering, with the automatic movement crafted from grade 5 titanium, and a unique power reserve display function and a torque indicator function to ensure accuracy.

Juan Carlos I's affinity towards Richard Mille's watch collection is renowned. Still, it was his choice of the RM009 Tourbillon "Felipe Massa" that caught the attention of watch enthusiasts worldwide. With a limited edition of only 25 pieces, the watch is nothing short of a collector's item. Nevertheless, its unique blend of lightness, resilience, and accuracy undoubtedly sets it apart from other watches in its class.

In conclusion, Juan Carlos I's Richard Mille RM009 Tourbillon "Felipe Massa" remains a focal point of the collector's market and reflects exceptional standards in watchmaking. Its rarity, innovative engineering, and an exquisite design make it a true masterpiece - and a valuable addition to any collector's watch collection.