Property of the Original Owner
8022
Audemars Piguet
Ref. 15510OR.OO.1320OR.01
Royal Oak Selfwinding "50th Anniversary"
A fine and attractive pink gold wristwatch with date, centre seconds, bracelet, certificate, warranty and presentation box, made to commemorate the Royal Oak’s 50th anniversary
- Estimate
- HK$300,000 - 600,000€32,900 - 65,800$38,500 - 76,900
HK$609,600
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- Audemars Piguet
- Year
- Circa 2022, Switzerland
- Reference No
- 15510OR.OO.1320OR.01
- Movement No
- BM7678
- Case No
- CA6989Y
- Model Name
- Royal Oak Selfwinding "50th Anniversary"
- Material
- 18K pink gold
- Calibre
- Automatic, cal. 4302, 32 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- 18K pink gold Audemars Piguet bracelet, max length 185mm
- Clasp/Buckle
- 18K pink gold Audemars Piguet deployant clasp
- Dimensions
- 41mm diameter
- Signed
- Case, dial, movement, bracelet and clasp signed
- Accessories
- Accompanied by Audemars Piguet certificate of origin stamped Fusterie, Geneva dated 22 September 2022, international warranty, instruction manual, product literature, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.
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Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
• The Royal Oak, launched by Audemars Piguet in 1972, revolutionized luxury watchmaking with its bold steel design, octagonal bezel, and integrated bracelet. Designed by Gérald Genta, it introduced the “sport chic” concept. Over 50 years, it evolved into a cultural icon with over 500 variations blending innovation and craftsmanship. In celebration of the Royal Oak’s 50th anniversary in 2022, Audemars Piguet unveiled the Royal Oak Selfwinding "50th Anniversary" collection, paying homage to the legendary timepiece that revolutionized luxury watchmaking.
• This special edition features the reintroduction of the iconic "Bleu Nuit, Nuage 50" dial color, inspired by the original 1972 Royal Oak. Rendered in the signature Grande Tapisserie pattern, the deep blue dial provides a striking contrast against the 18K pink gold case, creating a harmonious blend of elegance and sportiness. The dial is further enhanced by larger hour markers and hands, ensuring optimal legibility while maintaining the Royal Oak’s distinctive aesthetic.
• A defining feature of this anniversary model is the exclusive 50th anniversary rotor, crafted in 18K pink gold and visible through the sapphire caseback for the 2022 models. The present example, offered in excellent overall condition by the original owner, is one of these rare 50th Anniversary models fitted with the commemorative rotor. Complete with its full set of accessories, including the presentation box, certificate of origin, and warranty card.
• This special edition features the reintroduction of the iconic "Bleu Nuit, Nuage 50" dial color, inspired by the original 1972 Royal Oak. Rendered in the signature Grande Tapisserie pattern, the deep blue dial provides a striking contrast against the 18K pink gold case, creating a harmonious blend of elegance and sportiness. The dial is further enhanced by larger hour markers and hands, ensuring optimal legibility while maintaining the Royal Oak’s distinctive aesthetic.
• A defining feature of this anniversary model is the exclusive 50th anniversary rotor, crafted in 18K pink gold and visible through the sapphire caseback for the 2022 models. The present example, offered in excellent overall condition by the original owner, is one of these rare 50th Anniversary models fitted with the commemorative rotor. Complete with its full set of accessories, including the presentation box, certificate of origin, and warranty card.
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.