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Audemars Piguet
Ref. 15000TR
Royal Oak
A rare and very attractive tantalum and pink gold wristwatch with salmon dial, date and bracelet
- Estimate
- CHF10,000 - 20,000€9,800 - 19,600$10,600 - 21,200
CHF50,400
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- Audemars Piguet
- Year
- 2003
- Reference No
- 15000TR
- Movement No
- 542'700
- Case No
- D90053.065
- Model Name
- Royal Oak
- Material
- Tantalum and 18K pink gold
- Calibre
- Automatic, cal 2140, 31 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- Tantalum and 18K pink gold Audemars Piguet bracelet, max length 170mm
- Clasp/Buckle
- Tantalum Audemars Piguet deployant clasp further stamped Gay Frères
- Dimensions
- 33mm Diameter
- Signed
- Case, dial, movement and bracelet signed
- Accessories
- Accompanied by Audemars Piguet and Phillips in Association with Bacs & Russo co-signed Royal Oak 50th Anniversary Attestation.
Specialist
Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
Since the debut of the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak in 1972, the model has been not only the pioneer in luxury steel sports watches but has also morphed into a collection and design language catering to those looking for a casual chic timepiece, or for a complication, or a gold diamond encrusted statement watch.
The present reference 15000 with its graceful 33mm diameter is part of the many variations of this iconic model, dressed here in an incredibly avant-garde mix of tantalum and pink gold giving the watch incredible chutzpah. The bluish tint of the tantalum superbly contrasts with the pink gold elements and salmon dial, providing a winning combination.
The present reference 15000 with its graceful 33mm diameter is part of the many variations of this iconic model, dressed here in an incredibly avant-garde mix of tantalum and pink gold giving the watch incredible chutzpah. The bluish tint of the tantalum superbly contrasts with the pink gold elements and salmon dial, providing a winning combination.
Audemars Piguet
Swiss | 1881A specialist in the manufacture of complications since it was established in 1881, Audemars Piguet never ceases to impress with a rich history of creating bold, even audacious, timepieces underpinned by traditional watchmaking at its finest. This Le Brassus-based Swiss manufacturer is one of only two major manufacturers still owned by the founding family. Since its earliest days, AP is considered a leader in the field of minute repeaters and grande complication pocket and wristwatches. The brand is devoted to preserving the history of watchmaking in the Vallée de Joux, showcased at their superb museum in Le Brassus.
Today, the brand is best known for its Royal Oak models, a revolutionary luxury sports watch launched in 1972. Other key models include early minute repeating wristwatches, vintage chronograph wristwatches, such as the oversized reference 5020, perpetual calendar watches and the Royal Oak Offshore, first introduced in 1993.
Browse MakerToday, the brand is best known for its Royal Oak models, a revolutionary luxury sports watch launched in 1972. Other key models include early minute repeating wristwatches, vintage chronograph wristwatches, such as the oversized reference 5020, perpetual calendar watches and the Royal Oak Offshore, first introduced in 1993.