Important Watches: Part II
Important Watches: Part II
Audemars Piguet
Royal Oak, Ref. 15400ST.OO.1220ST.03 Stainless steel wristwatch with date and bracelet Circa 2015
Lot Closed
May 11, 01:44 PM GMT
Estimate
65,000 - 100,000 CHF
Lot Details
Description
Audemars Piguet
Royal Oak, Ref. 15400ST.OO.1220ST.03
Stainless steel wristwatch with date and bracelet
Circa 2015
Dial: blue tapisserie
Calibre: cal. 3120 automatic, 40 jewels
Movement number: 949'838
Case: stainless steel, sapphire crystal display back secured by 8 screws
Case number: I 68307, 10'650
Closure: stainless steel Audemars Piguet bracelet and double- folding clasp
Dimensions: 41 mm, bracelet circumference approx. 170 mm
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: yes
Papers: yes
Accessories: Audemars Piguet warranty certificate, sealed instruction manual, additional links, travel pouch and presentation case with outer packaging
The Royal Oak was designed by the late Gérald Genta in 1972 and was inspired by a naval porthole. This industrial approach with its angular design and visible octagonal screws on the bezel, has since become synonymous with Audemars Piguet.
The Royal Oak was initially exclusively made from stainless steel and became the first high-end luxury watch crafted from a non-precious metal. This was considered a risky move during the quartz crisis, yet today it has transpired to be one of the most celebrated watches ever produced by the esteemed manufacturer.