Daniel Roth Papillon - 10th Anniversary - White gold
The Watch
2025 might just be the year of the jump hour, with many manufacturers setting their sights on the whimsicality of the seemingly magical hour aperture. However, for Daniel Roth, the expressive time only display was something he first released in 1998 with the limited edition run of the Papillon. Despite being less involved in the brand at this stage, Roth personally returned to work closely with the brand to ensure this release was implemented to his exacting standards. Released to celebrate ten years of the brand, a limited edition of only 110 of the Papillon in white gold were produced. The hallmark of a Daniel Roth creation is its double ellipse 'Ellipsocurvex' case. Here in 18-carat white gold, it is distinguished by a stepped, rounded bezel, straight, sharp lugs, and an overall tonneau-esque shape. With a high polish finish throughout, the consolidated and tasteful exterior is paired with a dial configuration and execution, exhibiting abundant character.
Individually designed yet still honouring classic watchmaking styles, the dial of the Papillon is wonderfully symmetrical and incredibly nuanced. Firstly, two different types of guilloché feature Clous de Paris surrounds the central seconds register. The hour is framed and centred at the top of the dial, while the whimsical arching retrograde minute register dominates the lower half. In classic Roth style, brushed chapters are present, with a ring for the seconds as well as areas for the 'Daniel Roth' signature split and sitting on either side of the seconds.
While many may assume a jump hour is less intuitive to read than conventional hours, minutes and seconds hands, the reality is that they are a very logical way of telling time, especially when each unit of time is arranged as beautifully as the Papillon. With the relaunch of Daniel Roth recently, and the continued interest in the talented man who played a critical role in making Breguet what it is today, this white gold Papillon represents an opportunity to own the last watch Roth specifically played a part in creating – it just so happens to be one of the most evocative.
The Movement
The Daniel Roth cal. DR113 which is a Girard-Perregaux calibre 3000 ébauche. Complete with hand engraving, finishing, and decoration. The movement has 42 hours of autonomy, 26 jewels, and vibrates at 28,800 vph.
How It Wears
Carrying the compact coherent proportions of a rounded case, matched with the elegance of a rectangular one, the 'Ellipsocurvex' case from Daniel Roth in this size is a gorgeous wearer on the wrist, suitable for formal and casual cuffs alike. The piece is a prominent wearer at 41mm in length by 35mm in width, as the striking nature of its jump hour is always a special sight. The refinement of its detailing is unmistakable. Tastefully encapsulating the man behind its name, this Papillon isn't just beautiful on the wrist; its humble significance is reserved yet unmistakable.
Condition & set
This Daniel Roth Papillon in white gold is complete with its original inner and outer box, original pin buckle, Daniel Roth tag, and remains in unpolished condition with only hairlines scratches.
Origin
Coming from a long line of watchmakers, Daniel Roth worked closely with the Chaumet brothers in the 1970s to sensitively return a noteworthy name, Breguet, to its pedestal. Roth was the mechanical key in extracting fundamental design cues from the Abraham-Louis Breguet era, including finely cut guilloché dials, brushed chapter rings, coin-edge mid cases, and the formidable tourbillon complication.
The unification of Roth's technical ability with his in-depth study ensured Breguet's resurgence was prosperous, as he helped shape the brand for fourteen years. With Roth seen as the keystone to the reincarnation of the tourbillon, he quickly became one of the world's leading authorities. Ultimately, though, the opportunity presented itself for Roth to use the expertise he'd honed for his own brand. In 1988, he did precisely that, and Daniel Roth, the watch brand, was conceived. Roth drew heavily on his influential time at Breguet, with familiar hallmarks extracted for Breguet appearing throughout his namesake models alongside a distinctive double-ellipse (the Ellipsocurvex) case form. Starting with a favourite complication of Roth, the tourbillon, Daniel Roth would produce many different models over the years, including chronographs, perpetual calendars, and skeletonised pieces.
Ten years after the brand's founding, Daniel Roth released the Papillon to celebrate a decade, and, despite Roth taking a less active role at this point, he still contributed to the design of the piece. Translated to 'butterfly' from French, the Papillon was a limited edition run of 250 watches which featured a jump hour, with 110 in white gold, 110 in rose gold and 30 in platinum. Known to be the last watch Daniel Roth personally worked on before officially leaving the brand, the model remains a highly coverted piece not only because of this but also because down to its own merits.
If you desire to take a closer look at this precious timepiece, don't hesitate to contact us and make an appointment. We are based in Ghent, Belgium
No stock kept on site
| Reference | Papillon |
|---|---|
| Movement | Automatic |
| Caliber | Cal. DR113 |
| Dial | Silver |
| Size (Case) | 41mm x 35mm |
| Material (Case) | White gold |
| Bracelet | Mr Watchley strap |
| Buckle | Original DR pin buckle |
| Condition | Excellent |
| Year | 1998 |
| Papers | - |
| Box | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 years |
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Description
The Watch
2025 might just be the year of the jump hour, with many manufacturers setting their sights on the whimsicality of the seemingly magical hour aperture. However, for Daniel Roth, the expressive time only display was something he first released in 1998 with the limited edition run of the Papillon. Despite being less involved in the brand at this stage, Roth personally returned to work closely with the brand to ensure this release was implemented to his exacting standards. Released to celebrate ten years of the brand, a limited edition of only 110 of the Papillon in white gold were produced. The hallmark of a Daniel Roth creation is its double ellipse 'Ellipsocurvex' case. Here in 18-carat white gold, it is distinguished by a stepped, rounded bezel, straight, sharp lugs, and an overall tonneau-esque shape. With a high polish finish throughout, the consolidated and tasteful exterior is paired with a dial configuration and execution, exhibiting abundant character.
Individually designed yet still honouring classic watchmaking styles, the dial of the Papillon is wonderfully symmetrical and incredibly nuanced. Firstly, two different types of guilloché feature Clous de Paris surrounds the central seconds register. The hour is framed and centred at the top of the dial, while the whimsical arching retrograde minute register dominates the lower half. In classic Roth style, brushed chapters are present, with a ring for the seconds as well as areas for the 'Daniel Roth' signature split and sitting on either side of the seconds.
While many may assume a jump hour is less intuitive to read than conventional hours, minutes and seconds hands, the reality is that they are a very logical way of telling time, especially when each unit of time is arranged as beautifully as the Papillon. With the relaunch of Daniel Roth recently, and the continued interest in the talented man who played a critical role in making Breguet what it is today, this white gold Papillon represents an opportunity to own the last watch Roth specifically played a part in creating – it just so happens to be one of the most evocative.
The Movement
The Daniel Roth cal. DR113 which is a Girard-Perregaux calibre 3000 ébauche. Complete with hand engraving, finishing, and decoration. The movement has 42 hours of autonomy, 26 jewels, and vibrates at 28,800 vph.
How It Wears
Carrying the compact coherent proportions of a rounded case, matched with the elegance of a rectangular one, the 'Ellipsocurvex' case from Daniel Roth in this size is a gorgeous wearer on the wrist, suitable for formal and casual cuffs alike. The piece is a prominent wearer at 41mm in length by 35mm in width, as the striking nature of its jump hour is always a special sight. The refinement of its detailing is unmistakable. Tastefully encapsulating the man behind its name, this Papillon isn't just beautiful on the wrist; its humble significance is reserved yet unmistakable.
Condition & set
This Daniel Roth Papillon in white gold is complete with its original inner and outer box, original pin buckle, Daniel Roth tag, and remains in unpolished condition with only hairlines scratches.
Origin
Coming from a long line of watchmakers, Daniel Roth worked closely with the Chaumet brothers in the 1970s to sensitively return a noteworthy name, Breguet, to its pedestal. Roth was the mechanical key in extracting fundamental design cues from the Abraham-Louis Breguet era, including finely cut guilloché dials, brushed chapter rings, coin-edge mid cases, and the formidable tourbillon complication.
The unification of Roth's technical ability with his in-depth study ensured Breguet's resurgence was prosperous, as he helped shape the brand for fourteen years. With Roth seen as the keystone to the reincarnation of the tourbillon, he quickly became one of the world's leading authorities. Ultimately, though, the opportunity presented itself for Roth to use the expertise he'd honed for his own brand. In 1988, he did precisely that, and Daniel Roth, the watch brand, was conceived. Roth drew heavily on his influential time at Breguet, with familiar hallmarks extracted for Breguet appearing throughout his namesake models alongside a distinctive double-ellipse (the Ellipsocurvex) case form. Starting with a favourite complication of Roth, the tourbillon, Daniel Roth would produce many different models over the years, including chronographs, perpetual calendars, and skeletonised pieces.
Ten years after the brand's founding, Daniel Roth released the Papillon to celebrate a decade, and, despite Roth taking a less active role at this point, he still contributed to the design of the piece. Translated to 'butterfly' from French, the Papillon was a limited edition run of 250 watches which featured a jump hour, with 110 in white gold, 110 in rose gold and 30 in platinum. Known to be the last watch Daniel Roth personally worked on before officially leaving the brand, the model remains a highly coverted piece not only because of this but also because down to its own merits.
If you desire to take a closer look at this precious timepiece, don't hesitate to contact us and make an appointment. We are based in Ghent, Belgium
No stock kept on site
| Reference | Papillon |
|---|---|
| Movement | Automatic |
| Caliber | Cal. DR113 |
| Dial | Silver |
| Size (Case) | 41mm x 35mm |
| Material (Case) | White gold |
| Bracelet | Mr Watchley strap |
| Buckle | Original DR pin buckle |
| Condition | Excellent |
| Year | 1998 |
| Papers | - |
| Box | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 years |
