Bulgari Octo Finissimo 18k Rose Gold 102912

The Octo Finissimo Automatic in sandblasted rose gold pushes the boundaries of watchmaking feasibility: each element has been conceived and designed right from the outset so as to contribute to the extreme overall slenderness of this exceptional timepiece. In the 15th and 16th century, Italian artists such as Leonardo Da Vinci excelled in creating both innovative and timelessly beautiful masterpieces. Driven by the same genius, Octo combines a unique octagonal design – inspired by the 310 AD Roman Massentius Basilica - with exceptional mechanisms. Epitome of resilience and finesse, the Octo Finissimo Automatic asserts its stature as a supremely contemporary timepiece bringing the strength of modern materials to the muscle of architectural design. Octo Finissimo Automatic watch with mechanical manufacture movement, automatic winding and platinum microrotor, small seconds, BVL 138 - Finissimo caliber (2.23 mm thick) decorated by hand with côtes de Genève, chamfering and perlage finishing. 40 mm extra-thin sandblasted 18 kt rose gold case (5.15 mm thick), transparent case back, sandblasted 18 kt rose gold crown set with ceramic, 18 kt rose gold dial, 18 kt rose gold bracelet and folding clasp. Water-resistant up to 30 metres.

Reference: 102912

MSRP: $51,000

Dated: 2022

Dial: 18K Rose Gold

Case Size: 40mm x 5.15mm Thickness - 18K Rose Gold

Bracelet: 18k Rose Gold Bracelet

Movement: BVL 138 - Automatic - (platinum micro rotor)

Functions: Hours, Minutes, Small Seconds

Box and Papers: Inner/outer boxes, and warranty card

Crystal: Sapphire

Bracelet size: 7.5”

Case has little to no wear with only one little mark on top side. Bracelet has minimal wear. Dial, hands, and crystal have no wear. Serviced by Bulgari in 2024.

Bvlgari, founded in 1884 by Sotirio Bulgari in Rome, began as a high jewelry house known for bold, architectural designs inspired by ancient Roman art and Italian craftsmanship. Though the brand’s roots are in jewelry, Bvlgari entered the world of watchmaking in the 1970s with the launch of the Bvlgari Bvlgari, a model that fused Swiss mechanics with unmistakable Italian design. In 1980, the brand established Bvlgari Time in Neuchâtel, Switzerland—marking its commitment to in-house watchmaking and paving the way for it to become a serious player in the world of Swiss haute horlogerie.

Bvlgari’s modern watch collections are a masterclass in design innovation and mechanical excellence. The Octo Finissimo series, launched in the 2010s, shattered multiple records for ultra-thin movements, including tourbillons, chronographs, and minute repeaters—all housed in sleek, architectural cases. The Serpenti collection blends high jewelry with horology, featuring snake-like bracelets and hidden time displays, while the Aluminium and Diagono lines bring a sporty, modern edge. Known for merging Italian style with Swiss precision, Bvlgari has carved out a distinct identity in luxury watchmaking—one that appeals to collectors who value cutting-edge design as much as traditional craftsmanship.