Luxury met legacy during Lionel Messi’s recent visit to India. During the visit, Anant Ambani reportedly presented the football icon with a Richard Mille watch valued at around $1.2 million.
Messi’s Visit to Vantara
Messi visited the Vantara wildlife conservation centre, a large-scale rescue and rehabilitation initiative founded by Anant Ambani. At first, Messi arrived without wearing a watch. However, later during the interaction, cameras captured him wearing a rare Richard Mille timepiece.
This small detail quickly drew attention. Soon after, luxury watch enthusiasts began discussing the moment across social media and industry circles.
The $1.2 Million Richard Mille RM 003
The watch seen on Messi was the Richard Mille RM 003 GMT Tourbillon Asia Edition. The brand crafted this model in carbon and limited it to only 12 pieces worldwide. As a result, it ranks among the rarest Richard Mille watches ever produced.
In addition, the RM 003 features a skeletonized tourbillon movement and a GMT function. These elements make it both a technical achievement and a strong status symbol.
Anant Ambani’s $5 Million Statement Watch
Meanwhile, Anant Ambani made his own statement. He wore the Richard Mille RM 056, a one-of-one sapphire timepiece valued at approximately $5 million.
The watch features a fully transparent sapphire case, bold orange accents, and a matching strap. Together, these details highlight the extreme engineering and design Richard Mille is known for.
For more stories from the world of high-end horology, explore our Watches section.
A Meeting of Sport, Luxury, and Influence
Ultimately, the moment reflected more than a luxury gift. It showed the intersection of global sporting icons, Indian influence, and ultra-high-end craftsmanship.
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