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CIGA Design Mechanical Series U Blue Planet II Gilded Age

U033-BG01-6B7B

The CIGA Design Mechanical Series U Blue Planet II Gilded Age is a current-production watch with a black sintered ceramic case. It is priced well under the $4,760 median across the guide. The caseback is open, so the movement is visible.

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Price
$1,999
Ceramic
Sintered ceramic
Water resistance
30 m
Reference
U033-BG01-6B7B
Type
Other
Case diameter
46.0 mm
Thickness
15.2 mm
Origin
China
Movement
Automatic
Caliber
CD-04-S
Power reserve
41 hours
Complications
Time only
Colour
Black
Caseback
Sapphire
Nickel-free
Not verified (bracelet, strap, or clasp hardware not confirmed)
Bracelet / strap
Sintered black ceramic strap with butterfly clasp (sold as a set); a fluororubber strap is also offered
Ceramic bracelet
Optional (or strap)
Crystal
Sapphire
Display back
Yes
Dial
3D micro-engraved rotating globe with multi-layer 24K gilding (dark gold terrain over ocean)
Dial colours
Gold
Availability
Offered
Status
Current
Not published
Lug-to-lug, Weight, Hardness, Construction, Surface treatment, Lume
Medium confidence Verified Jul 2026 Source: CIGA Design (maker) / Time+Tide hands-on / Wrist Enthusiast
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Frequently asked questions

What kind of ceramic is the CIGA Design Mechanical Series U Blue Planet II Gilded Age?

The CIGA Design Mechanical Series U Blue Planet II Gilded Age has a black sintered ceramic case with a sapphire caseback. It is recorded at medium confidence pending a maker-stated type.

What size is the CIGA Design Mechanical Series U Blue Planet II Gilded Age?

It is 46.0 mm in diameter, 15.2 mm thick, and water resistant to 30 m.

How much does the CIGA Design Mechanical Series U Blue Planet II Gilded Age cost, and is it available?

It is current-production and lists from $1,999.

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