Audemars Piguet - The Hong Kong Watch Auction: XVII Hong Kong Friday, November 24, 2023 | Phillips
  • Manufacturer: Audemars Piguet
    Year: Circa 2017
    Reference No: 15202BA.OO.1240BA.01
    Movement No: AJ2'638
    Case No: J84'972
    Model Name: Royal Oak “Jumbo” Extra-Thin
    Material: 18K yellow gold
    Calibre: Automatic, cal. 2121, 36 jewels
    Bracelet/Strap: 18K yellow gold Audemars Piguet bracelet, max length 195mm
    Clasp/Buckle: 18K yellow gold Audemars Piguet deployant clasp
    Dimensions: 39mm diameter
    Signed: Case, dial, movement, bracelet and clasp signed
    Accessories: Accompanied by Audemars Piguet guarantee, product literature, instruction manual, travel pouch, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.

  • Catalogue Essay

    Launched in 2000, the Royal Oak ref. 15202 has become one of the most coveted watches of the past years. Mostly cased in stainless steel, the last time that a full yellow gold ref. 15202 with a matching gold dial was released back in 2012 to celebrate the model’s 40th anniversary. A success and praised by collectors, the brand decided to bring back the alluring yellow gold Royal Oak Jumbo during SIHH 2017.

    Much closer to the original ref. 5402 that collectors adore, the nuance of the AP logo placed at 6 o’clock on the petite tapisserie dial, the full gold 39mm Royal Oak striking as it is now features a vivid blue dial for the first time. The combination is absolutely stunning and refreshing.

    The gold certainly adds extra heft to the Royal Oak, but thanks to the legendary ultra-thin cal. 2121, the watch wears comfortably on the wrist. Powered by a gold rotor, the workhorse for the Jumbo can now be admired fully through the sapphire caseback.

    Discontinued and rarely to be seen in the market, this Royal Oak Jumbo was worn with absolute care, thus very well-preserved and retains its original sharp and crisp finishing. For those who is not afraid to stand out in the crowd, look no further, this is the one for you.

  • 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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Property from the Original Owner

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Ref. 15202BA.OO.1240BA.01
A sought-after, rare and well-preserved yellow gold wristwatch with blue dial, date, bracelet, guarantee and presentation box

Circa 2017
39mm diameter
Case, dial, movement, bracelet and clasp signed

Estimate
HK$400,000 - 780,000 
€48,400-94,500
$51,300-100,000

Sold for HK$635,000

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The Hong Kong Watch Auction: XVII

Hong Kong Auction 24-25 November 2023