Audemars Piguet Royal Oak (Reference 14790BA). A yellow gold automatic wristwatch with date.
Description
Introduced in 1972 and designed by Gérald Genta, one of watchmaking's most renowned designers, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak made history as the first stainless steel luxury sports watch. Its release was a strategic move to navigate through the quartz crisis, and the Royal Oak's remarkable success is often credited with ensuring Audemars Piguet's survival to this day. Since its debut, the Royal Oak has become the cornerstone of Audemars Piguet's collections, establishing itself as one of the most significant timepieces offered by the Le Brassus-based manufacturer. Over time, it has evolved into one of the most coveted watches on the market.
A rare yellow gold example, including an Audemars Piguet box.
Condition Report
Revive
Fair
Good
Very Good
Like New
The watch is in overall very good condition with light wear throughout commensurate with age. The movement is running at the time of cataloging, however, it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement.
Reference Number
14790BA
Model
Royal Oak
Complication
Date
Gender
Unisex
Dial Color(s)
Yellow
Dial Numerals
Stick
Movement Type
Automatic
Case Material(s)
Yellow Gold
Case Size (mm)
36
Case Back
Secured by screws
Band Material
Yellow Gold
Dimension Notes
Fits a wrist size of 7.5 inches or smaller.
Clasp Type
Fold clasp
Clasp Material(s)
Yellow Gold
Signature
Dial, Case
Box
Yes
SKU
D2H89
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