For a century, 77 per cent of the marine chronometers tested at the Neuchâtel Observatory were signed Ulysse Nardin, the house that equipped more than 50 navies. The Ulysse Nardin Caprice ref. 133-91AC-7C-491 brings that pedigree to a jewelled ladies' watch, from a line that no longer appears in the brand's catalogue.
The craft lies in the balance. Steel, diamonds and a white mother-of-pearl dial give the front its jeweller's character, while a self-winding movement works behind a sapphire display back, keeping the watchmaker's side in view. When Bonhams catalogued a steel Caprice ref. 133-91, it noted a crown set with cabochon stones, a jeweller's finish carried to the smallest part.
The line still draws bidders. At Bonhams New York in June 2026, two rose gold, diamond-set Caprices sold for USD 5,376 and USD 8,320. In steel, this exact reference carried a published retail price of USD 21,200.
Graded Excellent by Luxepolis, this is a Caprice to wear and to keep: mother-of-pearl and diamonds from the house behind one of Swiss watchmaking's great chronometry records, and a piece from a now-retired chapter of its ladies' collection.
Your Ulysse Nardin Caprice Ladies Watch comes in Luxepolis protective packaging and is delivered with the following inclusions:
Every timepiece is authenticated and quality-checked, backed by Luxepolis’ 2-Year Service Warranty and dedicated after-sales support, offering discerning collectors lasting peace of mind.
Backed by 12+ years of expertise, every Luxepolis watch is professionally inspected and, where appropriate, serviced, regulated and cleaned before dispatch. This Ulysse Nardin Caprice, ref. 133-91AC-7C-491, is graded Excellent. Under the Luxepolis Condition Standards, that grade denotes a fully functional watch showing very light wear. You can study the stainless steel case and bracelet in detail in the 360-degree view.
It is covered by the Luxepolis 2-Year Service Warranty. It comes with the Certificate of Authenticity, the Buyback Assurance Certificate and the Luxepolis travel leather case, so you can wear your Caprice with complete confidence.
Every timepiece offered by Luxepolis, this Ulysse Nardin Caprice among them, undergoes a rigorous ownership and provenance review before being presented for sale. We verify the seller's identity, examine the ownership information and supporting documentation made available to us, and seek to establish lawful and traceable ownership wherever reasonably possible.
Seller onboarding is supported by executed agreements, PAN verification, government-issued identification and ownership declarations, and seller transactions are conducted through registered banking channels. We also review identifying details, including reference 133-91AC-7C-491 and serial information where available. As an additional safeguard, Luxepolis screens watches against recognised independent stolen-watch registers and recovery databases. Where available and appropriate, checks may also be conducted through manufacturer-operated stolen-watch or ownership-verification programmes.
Since no single global register records every luxury watch, database screening forms one important part of Luxepolis' broader ownership-verification process.
Founded in 2014, Luxepolis is India's first, oldest and pioneering authenticated pre-owned luxury marketplace. Over the past 12+ years, Luxepolis has authenticated and facilitated the sale of thousands of luxury timepieces, serving collectors across India with uncompromising standards of authentication, provenance and buyer protection.
Trust is the ultimate luxury. This Caprice is offered with the transparency, provenance due diligence and assurance that give discerning collectors lasting confidence in their acquisition.

Ulysse Nardin embodies over 175 years of nautical precision and avant‑garde horology. From dominating marine chronometry with the Astrolabium to redefining high‑tech mechanics via its iconic Freak series, the brand seamlessly combines maritime heritage with material innovation. At Luxepolis, explore certified pre‑owned Ulysse Nardin watches in India that merge technical mastery, collectible value, and design boldness in every piece.
Founded in 1846 in Le Locle by Ulysse Nardin, the brand became a benchmark for marine chronometers—by the 19th century, its timekeepers were used by over 50 navies, and it secured over 4,300 awards, including 18 gold medals for chronometry from Neuchâtel observatory studies :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}.
Revived in 1983 by Rolf Schnyder and watchmaker Ludwig Oechslin, Ulysse Nardin introduced its groundbreaking “Trilogy of Time” (Astrolabium Galileo Galilei, Planetarium Copernicus, Tellurium Johannes Kepler) and innovations like the GMT± Perpetual (1999) and first perpetual calendar adjustable both ways via the crown (1996) :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}.
The launch of the Freak in 2001 revolutionised watchmaking—eliminating the dial, hands, and crown, it featured the first silicon Dual Direct escapement. In 2007, DiamonSil (diamond‑coated silicon) removed lubrication from the escapement, and the Innovision 2 in 2017 introduced ten patented innovations—including sapphire‑coated silicon bridges, grinder winding mechanism and 24‑karat gold wheels :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}.
HODINKEE: “The El Primero remains one of the most respected automatic chronograph movements…” [Note: analogous praise appears for Freak's mechanics]
Vogue Business: “The heritage in chronometry is combined with the house’s cutting‑edge technologies.”
GQ: “The Freak ONE revives Ulysse Nardin’s most revolutionary design—with mechanics as indicators.”
Business of Fashion: “The Marine collection reflects the brand’s maritime legacy, precision and technical flair.”
Worn & Wound: “These divers blend sustainability with cutting‑edge materials and sporty design.”
| Model | Ref. No. | Starting Price (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Freak ONE | Freak ONE (2023) | ₹ 8,00,000 (approx.) |
| Marine Torpilleur Moonphase | UN‑118 Moonphase | ₹ 6,00,000 (approx.) |
| Diver Net OPS | Diver Net OPS | ₹ 5,50,000 (approx.) |
Prices vary based on condition, edition, packaging, and import duties.
Yes—Freak, Marine and trilogy models especially retain strong collector demand and value appreciation.
By verifying serial numbers, testing movement & complications, and condition grading by certified watchmakers.
Yes—listings specify known servicing history and warranty papers when available.
Original box, manuals, and warranty card are included when available and clearly noted.
Vogue Business: “The heritage in chronometry is combined with the house’s cutting‑edge technologies.”
Business of Fashion: “The Marine collection reflects the brand’s maritime legacy, precision and technical flair.”
Worn & Wound: “These divers blend sustainability with cutting‑edge materials and sporty design.”
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