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Audemars Piguet
Ref. 26574ST
Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar
A very attractive and rare stainless steel perpetual calendar wristwatch with bracelet, moonphases, leap year and weekly indication, warranty and presentation box
- Estimate
- HK$480,000 - 800,000€57,600 - 96,000$61,500 - 103,000
HK$635,000
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- Audemars Piguet
- Year
- Circa 2016
- Reference No
- 26574ST
- Movement No
- 998’968
- Case No
- J64’228
- Model Name
- Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Calibre
- Automatic, cal. 5134/A804, 38 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- Stainless steel Audemars Piguet bracelet, max length 205mm
- Clasp/Buckle
- Stainless steel Audemars Piguet deployant clasp
- Dimensions
- 41mm diameter
- Signed
- Case, dial, movement, bracelet and clasp signed
- Accessories
- Accompanied by Audemars Piguet warranty, instruction manual, product literature, setting pin, fitted winding presentation box and outer packaging.
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Catalogue Essay
Audemars Piguet has long been revered for their exquisitely crafted and innovative Royal Oak timepieces. Though the first Royal Oak debuted in 1972, it was not until 1982 that Audemars Piguet introduced the Royal Oak perpetual calendar, merging their expertise in perpetual calendars with the iconic octagonal design. This revolutionary combination quickly became a highly coveted reference in horology.
Audemars Piguet unveiled the ref. 26574 in 2015 as a modern interpretation of the coveted Royal Oak perpetual calendar. With a larger 41mm case and the new self-winding cal. 5134, the ref. 26574 offered increased presence on the wrist while retaining a slim profile for comfort. The handsome blue "grand tapisserie" dial contrasts elegantly with the refined white gold indices, enhancing legibility. Additionally, the 52-week indicator and photorealistic moonphase with starry skies at 6 o'clock demonstrate Audemars Piguet's dedication to fine craftsmanship.
This ref. 26574 in stainless steel is considered one of the most desirable configurations of the model. In excellent overall condition, it represents a rare chance for discerning collectors to acquire an icon of Audemars Piguet's storied legacy. Its timeless elegance and impeccable details will be appreciated for generations to come.
Audemars Piguet unveiled the ref. 26574 in 2015 as a modern interpretation of the coveted Royal Oak perpetual calendar. With a larger 41mm case and the new self-winding cal. 5134, the ref. 26574 offered increased presence on the wrist while retaining a slim profile for comfort. The handsome blue "grand tapisserie" dial contrasts elegantly with the refined white gold indices, enhancing legibility. Additionally, the 52-week indicator and photorealistic moonphase with starry skies at 6 o'clock demonstrate Audemars Piguet's dedication to fine craftsmanship.
This ref. 26574 in stainless steel is considered one of the most desirable configurations of the model. In excellent overall condition, it represents a rare chance for discerning collectors to acquire an icon of Audemars Piguet's storied legacy. Its timeless elegance and impeccable details will be appreciated for generations to come.
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.