Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Monaco, Jan 18, 2022
LOT 171
Audemars Piguet.
Ref. 25554BA, Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar 1st Generation Yellow gold
EUR 200,000 - 400,000
USD 226,000 - 452,000 / HKD 1,770,000 - 3,530,000 / CHF 208,000 - 416,000
Sold: EUR 260,000
Extremely rare and fine tonneau shaped 18k yellow gold self winding perpetual calendar wristwatch with gold dial. Day, date, month and moon phases. With original box and Extract from the Archives.
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Grade: |
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Case: 2-8 |
Very good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 2* |
Very good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 1-01 |
As new HANDS Original |
Brand Audemars Piguet, Le Brassus (Vallée de Joux)
Model Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar
Reference 25554BA
Year 1986
Movement No. 274256
Case No. C16522-0114
Bracelet 18k yellow gold with 18k yellow gold deployant clasp - length 180 mm.
Caliber 2120/2800
Dimensions 39 mm.
Weight 180,32 gr. (approx.)
Signature Case, dial and movement
Accessories Original box and Extract from the Archives
Notes
Designed in 1971 by Gerald Genta and launched in 1972, the Royal Oak by Audemars Piguet is one of the most iconic model in the contemporary watchmaking industry. This ref. 25554 Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar dates back to 1986 and is one of the very first perpetual calendar Royal Oaks to ever see the light of day. These first-series ref. 5554/25554 were introduced in 1983 and it is estimated that fewer than 300 of these watches were made in various metals. These first-series models featured smooth metal dials instead of the initial “tapisserie” dial. This is one of the most perfect synthesis made by Audemars Piguet between Gerald Genta’s design and the lineage of beautiful and remarkable perpetual calendar wristwatches.