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Audemars Piguet
'FOUNDATION' ROYAL OAK N0 001, REF 14990ST.OO.0789ST.01 STAINLESS STEEL WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND BRACELET CIRCA 1996
Lot Closed
February 18, 09:02 AM GMT
Estimate
26,000 - 50,000 CHF
Lot Details
Description
Audemars Piguet
'FOUNDATION' ROYAL OAK No 001, REF 14990ST.OO.0789ST.01
STAINLESS STEEL WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND BRACELET
CIRCA 1996
Dial: blue, signed 'Foundation Audemars Piguet'
Calibre: cal. 2225 automatic, 33 jewels
Movement number: 426'981
Case: stainless steel, sapphire crystal display back secured by 8 screws
Case number: D-81802, 001
Closure: stainless steel Audemars Piguet Royal Oak bracelet and folding clasp
Dimensions: 36 mm, bracelet circumference approx. 195 mm
Signed: case, dial and movement
Accessories: Audemars Piguet Extract from the Archives
The present lot is distinguished by the 'Foundation' designation to the dial as well as being presented it fantastic near original condition. One of the most desirable models on the on the market today, it is very exciting to discover a Royal Oak that is set itself apart from the rest in such a way.
Withstanding the challenge of time, the Royal Oak is an iconic model that has helped Audemars Piguet through the devasting period of the 'Quartz Crisis'. The present watch features its iconic octagonal-shaped bezel secured by eight visible hexagonal screws, which is inspired by a traditional diver's helmet.