Audemars Piguet
Reference 15202.ST.OO.0944ST.03 Royal Oak | A stainless steel automatic wristwatch with date and bracelet, Circa 2007
Auction Closed
June 10, 05:33 PM GMT
Estimate
36,000 - 72,000 USD
Lot Details
Description
Dial: blue, Petite Tapisserie
Caliber: cal. 2121 automatic, 36 jewels
Movement number: 637’970
Case: stainless steel, sapphire crystal display back secured by eight screws
Case number: No. 1’953, F 37’686
Closure: stainless steel Audemars Piguet bracelet with folding clasp
Size: 39 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 170 mm
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: yes
Papers: yes
Accessories: Audemars Piguet presentation box with outer packaging, Certificate of Origin booklet dated September 30th, 2007, Quality Control Certification, booklets, and hang tag
Released in 2000 and later reissued in 2012, the reference 15202ST perfectly captures the essence of the Royal Oak’s iconic design with a modern context. Retaining the original 39 mm dimensions and powered by an automatic AP Caliber 2121 movement found in the original ref. 5402ST, this 2007 release differs from its original inspiration as it can be admired through the sapphire caseback. The 15202ST is clearly a homage to its predecessor while enhancing and modernizing the style and design with contemporary craftsmanship, quality, and meticulous attention to detail.
Featuring the signature Petite Tapisserie dial and integrated bracelet, the 15202ST serves as a modern counterpart to the legendary ref. 5402ST. This example underscores the timeless appeal of the Royal Oak; its near-identical recreation highlights Audemars Piguet’s confidence in the enduring relevance of the original design. Although now succeeded by the ref. 16202ST, which introduces several updates, the 15202ST remains the closest you can get to experiencing the original Royal Oak’s legacy with modern-day refinements. Offered with its box, papers, booklets, and hang tag, lot 352 is a prime example of 15202 Royal Oak.