Audemars Piguet - The Hong Kong Watch Auction: XIV Hong Kong Friday, May 27, 2022 | Phillips

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  • Manufacturer: Audemars Piguet
    Year: Circa 2018
    Reference No: 26474TI.OO.1000TI.01
    Case No: J94778
    Model Name: Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph, QEII Cup 2018
    Material: Titanium
    Calibre: Automatic, cal. 3126/3840, 59 jewels
    Bracelet/Strap: Titanium Audemars Piguet bracelet, max length 200mm
    Clasp/Buckle: Titanium Audemars Piguet deployant clasp
    Dimensions: 42mm diameter
    Signed: Case, dial, movement, bracelet and clasp signed
    Accessories: Accompanied by Audemars Piguet International Warranty card, instruction manual, additional rubber straps with pin buckle, outer packaging and fitted presentation box.

  • Catalogue Essay

    Made as a limited edition of 200 pieces to celebrate the Audemars Piguet Queen Elizabeth II Cup 2018 in Hong Kong, the firm released a Royal Oak Offshore chronograph in titanium featuring a grande tappiserie grey dial with blue registers and accents. With its first run dating back to 1975 at the Happy Valley Racecourse in Hong Kong to commemorate the visit of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, Audemars Piguet began their very first commemorative timepiece in 1999. Being the main sponsor of the important event, Audemars Piguet QEII Cup limited edition timepieces has always retained its importance for Audemars Piguet collectors based in Hong Kong.

    The present example Audemars Piguet Royal Oak chronograph QEII Cup 2018 ref. 26474TI is offered in “New Old Stock” condition with no signs of use and wear, still protected by its original factory stickers. Complete with its full set of accessories, this is a great chance for collectors to acquire this handsome timepiece.

  • Artist Biography

    Audemars Piguet

    Swiss • 1881

    A 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.

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Ref. 26474TI.OO.1000TI.01
An attractive, rare and "new-old-stock" limited edition titanium chronograph wristwatch with date, bracelet, warranty and presentation box, limited edition of 200 pieces made to commemorate the Queen Elizabeth II Cup

Circa 2018
42mm diameter
Case, dial, movement, bracelet and clasp signed

Estimate
HK$150,000 - 320,000 
€19,100-40,800
$19,200-41,000

Sold for HK$403,200

Contact Specialist

Thomas Perazzi
Head of Watches, Asia 
+852 2318 2001
WatchesHK@phillips.com

The Hong Kong Watch Auction: XIV

Hong Kong Auction 27 - 28 May 2022