Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Hong Kong, May 10, 2020
LOT 256
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Limited edition
HKD 130,000 - 172,000
USD 16,500 - 22,000 / EUR 15,000 - 20,000 / CHF 16,500 - 22,000
Sold: HKD 162,500
Very rare and fine tantalum steel and pink gold octogonal case, grey dial with date at 3, self-winding wristwatch
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 2-8 |
Very good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 2* |
Very good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-01 |
Very good HANDS Original |
Brand Audemars Piguet, Switzerland
Model Royal Oak
Year Circa 1990
Case No. D44503
Material Tantalum steel and pink gold
Bracelet Tantalum steel and pink gold
Buckle Tantalum steel and pink gold signed Audemars Piguet
Diameter 36mm
Caliber 2140
Weight 161,36gr
Signature Case, dial, movement
Notes
In December 1875, Jules Louis Audemars formed a partnership with his childhood friend, Edward Auguste Piguet. In 1881, the two watchmakers created officially Audemars Piguet & Cie based in la Vallée de Joux. The Royal Oak was launched in 1972, after Audemars Piguet called on the genius of iconic designer Gerald Genta to produce a wristwatch both elegant and sporty. This timeless model is known in many variations. For instance, the lot presented comes from a limited edition made of pink gold and tantalum steel. Tantalum is a chemical element rare, hard, blue-gray and highly corrosion-resistant. This wristwatch is a must-have for all the Royal Oak lovers!