Audemars Piguet Vintage

Vintage 1980s Audemars Piguet 18k White Gold Manual Pavé And Lapis Lazuli Dial

Bezel Color : Silver Closure : Hidden Fold Clasp Max Wrist Size : 6.1-6.35 in Dial Pattern : Lapis Lazuli Indices : No Hour Marks Year Manufactured : 1980s Vintage : Yes Case Color : Silver Handedness : Right Caseback : Solid Department : Unisex Adults Watch Shape : Hexagon Style : Luxury Features : 12-Hour Dial, Diamond Accent Case Size : 28mm x 32mm Case Material : White Gold Movement : Mechanical (Manual) Brand : Audemars Piguet Type : Wristwatch Band Color : Silver Band Material : White Gold Dial Color : Blue, Diamonds Case Finish : Polished Country of Origin : Switzerland Display : Analog This Is AP When They Stopped Playing It Safe This reference comes from a moment when Audemars Piguet was comfortable letting materials do the talking. White gold case, compact proportions, and a dial that immediately separates it from anything standard. The case wears balanced and deliberate, with presence coming from the execution of the integrated braclet combined with the beautiful case and dial design. Why This Configuration Matters The dial combination is the headline. Lapis lazuli paired with pavé diamonds is not something AP produced casually. Stone dials were already difficult. Adding diamonds raised the bar further, and very few examples were made this way. Most collectors will never see one in person. The deep blue of the lapis gives the watch gravity, while the pavé adds contrast without turning it decorative. It is a controlled pairing, and that control is what makes it rare. The integrated 18k white gold bracelet matters just as much. These watches live or die by bracelet condition. This one remains in good shape, retains its flow, and wears as intended. That alone puts it ahead of most surviving examples. Manual wind keeps the profile slim and preserves the clean lines of the case and bracelet. What You Need To Know Before Wearing It Condition presents well. The dial is in good shape with no cracks. The bezel is clean. The bracelet and clasp are both in good condition and structurally sound. The movement is running well after passing by our test bench. Why This Watch Still Holds Weight This is not an everyday AP and it was never meant to be. It is a material driven piece from a period when Audemars Piguet was experimenting quietly and producing in very small numbers. It works for someone who understands how rare this dial combination actually is and knows that a good bracelet is everything on integrated designs. Uncommon, well preserved, and very hard to replace once it leaves. Every watch we offer has been authenticated and mechanically looked over to ensure immediate usability. Bracelet extension, cutting, or sizing is available upon request through our professional in-house jewelers. Key Specs: Year: 1980s Movement: Manual wind Case Size: 28 × 32mm Bezel: 18k white gold Bracelet: Integrated 18k white gold Dial: Pavé and lapis lazuli Wrist Size: Fits 6.1–6.35 inches SKU: 322 This item's authenticity will be verified by experts before delivery