Important Watches: Part I
Important Watches: Part I
Audemars Piguet
Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar, Reference 25654ST.OO.0944ST.02 | A stainless steel perpetual calendar wristwatch with moon phases and bracelet | Circa 1996
Live auction begins on:
May 12, 09:00 AM GMT
Estimate
120,000 - 180,000 CHF
Lot Details
Description
Dial: salmon
Calibre: cal. 2120/2800 automatic, 38 jewels
Movement number: 374'170
Case: stainless steel, case back secured by 8 screws
Case number: D44'124, 986
Closure: stainless steel Audemars Piguet bracelet and folding clasp
Size: 39 mm diameter
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: yes
Papers: yes
Accessories: Audemars Piguet warranty, instuction manual and winding presentation case with outer packaging
Crafted in stainless steel circa 1996, the Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar Reference 25654ST stands as a testament to Audemars Piguet's commitment to innovation and luxury watchmaking.
This exceptional timepiece features a perpetual calendar complication, elegantly displaying the day, date, month, and moon phases, all seamlessly integrated into the iconic octagonal bezel design.
Of particular note is the rarity of this model, being one of the earliest iterations of the Quantième Perpétuel without a leap year indication. Just 315 pieces were produced in stainless steel, making this example highly sought after by collectors.
Adding to its exclusivity is the extremely rare mark II salmon dial, devoid of the traditional tapisserie pattern, further elevating its desirability.