177 Audemars Piguet Very Elegant and Tasteful Royal Oak Wristwatch in Steel and Gold, Reference 25654SA, With Tapisserie Dial, Box, Papers and Additional Links
Estimate: €60,000 – 120,000
Sold (Premium)€80,600
Model: Royal Oak
Reference: 25654SA.OO.0944ST.01
Case Material: Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold
Bracelet Material: Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold
Year: 1984
Movement: Automatic
Caliber: 2120/2800
Case N°: C49551 - 499
Movement N°: 294370
Dimensions: 40 mm
Signed: Dial, movement and case
Accessories: Box, additional link and Warranty
Launched at Baselworld in 1972 the Royal Oak represented a real novelty in the Audemars universe as it was the brand’s first true sporting pride. The origin of the name has distant roots, namely from the tree under which King Charles of England was hidden to save his life, which was called Royal Oak. The present example is a beautiful, automatic example of the ref. 25 654 with Perpetual Calendar, produced between 1982 and 1993, in a limited edition of 800 examples, including 422 in yellow gold, 272 in steel, 72 in two-tone, 33 in platinum, and one in white gold. This lot is really beautiful in all its aspect, from the two-tone bracelet with original AP deployant, passing to the case with the octagonal bezel and 8 gold screws, till finish with the dark tapiserie dial with the beautiful configuration with applied baton numerals, hands and with indication of day, date, moon phases and month. The distinctive design of this watch has now become extremely sought after and recognizable and the present lot with its sporty look is perfect for every occasion.