Audemars Piguet
Royal Oak, Reference 26120OR.OO.D002CR.01 | A pink gold dual time zone wristwatch with power reserve, date and day and night indication | Circa 2015
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May 13, 01:09 PM GMT
Estimate
16,000 - 30,000 CHF
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Description
Dial: black
Calibre: cal. 2329/2846 automatic, 33 jewels
Movement number: 800’386
Case: 18k pink gold, case back secured by 8 screws
Case number: I54'202, 2’939
Closure: 18k pink gold Audemars Piguet folding clasp
Size: 39 mm diameter
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: yes
Papers: yes
Accessories: Audemars Piguet Garantie, instruction manual and presentation box
Please note the leather strap derived from endangered species is for display purposes only and is not sold with the watch. The watch will be shipped with a Sotheby’s branded calf leather strap.
Reference 26120OR.OO.D002CR.01 exemplifies the enduring appeal of the Royal Oak, combining the collection’s iconic design with practical complications suited to modern travel. Crafted in pink gold and dating to circa 2015, the watch reflects a refined interpretation of a model originally conceived by Gérald Genta in 1972.
The instantly recognisable Royal Oak case, with its octagonal bezel and exposed screws is paired with a richly textured dial, offering both visual depth and clarity. This reference is equipped with a dual time zone function, allowing the wearer to track a second time zone with ease, complemented by a day and night indicator for intuitive reading. A power reserve display and date indication further enhance its everyday practicality.
Despite the presence of multiple complications, the dial remains well balanced, a testament to Audemars Piguet’s thoughtful design approach. The warmth of the pink gold case is offset by the strap, lending the watch a more contemporary and versatile character.
Offered here, Reference 26120OR.OO.D002CR.01 will appeal to collectors seeking a sophisticated Royal Oak that blends technical functionality with one of the most iconic designs in modern watchmaking.