Aquanaut 5062/450R-001 Rose Gold With Diamonds

Description of the Watch

The Patek Philippe Aquanaut Luce Haute Joaillerie 5062/450R-001 is an exceptional timepiece that seamlessly blends high watchmaking with high jewelry artistry. Designed for discerning women, this dazzling version of the Aquanaut is crafted in 18K rose gold and fully encrusted with diamonds using advanced setting techniques, showcasing Patek Philippe’s elite craftsmanship and luxurious aesthetic sensibility.

Overview

Part of the prestigious Aquanaut collection, the 5062/450R-001 stands out with its sophisticated cushion-shaped case and fully diamond-set profile. This watch reimagines sporty elegance with a high jewelry twist—offering elegance, technical precision, and remarkable attention to detail. From the dial to the clasp, every surface radiates brilliance.

Design and Craftsmanship

This Haute Joaillerie edition features an 18K rose gold case with 25 different diamond shapes and sizes, artfully arranged using a combination of hidden and snow setting techniques. The dial alone is set with 160 brilliant-cut diamonds on an 18K gold dial plate, while baguette and trapeze diamonds grace the case rim, strap attachments, hands, and buckle. Even the hour-wheel pipe is adorned with a single brilliant-cut diamond, underscoring the watch’s extravagant detail. It is paired with a pearly beige "Tropical" composite strap, offering a comfortable yet refined complement to the diamond brilliance.

Movement and Performance

At its heart is the Caliber 324 SC, a self-winding mechanical movement known for its precision and reliability. Offering a 45-hour power reserve and visible through the sapphire-crystal caseback, this movement epitomizes Patek Philippe’s mechanical excellence and decorative finishing.

Features and Complications

This gem-studded timepiece offers:

• Hours, minutes, and seconds display

• Fully diamond-set dial, bezel, lugs, and clasp using snow, baguette, and brilliant settings

• Screw-down crown for added security

• Transparent sapphire caseback revealing the movement

• 30-meter water resistance for light everyday protection

Specifications

Case

• Material: 18K rose gold

• Shape: Cushion

• Diameter: 38.8 mm

• Setting: 48 baguette diamonds (~3.68 ct), including case and lugs

• Crystal: Sapphire, front and back

• Crown: Screw-down

• Water Resistance: 30 meters

Dial

• Material: 18K gold dial plate

• Decoration: 160 brilliant-cut diamonds

• Hands: Set with 6 baguette diamonds (~0.06 ct) and a center diamond (~0.01 ct)

Bracelet/Strap

• Type: "Tropical" composite strap

• Color: Pearly beige

• Clasp: Aquanaut fold-over clasp set with 10 baguette diamonds (~0.34 ct)

Movement

• Caliber: 324 SC

• Type: Self-winding mechanical

• Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds

• Power Reserve: Approximately 45 hours

• Origin: Made in Switzerland