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Audemars Piguet

Ref. 26574ST.OO.1220ST.02

Royal Oak

A very attractive and rare stainless steel automatic perpetual calendar wristwatch with moon phase, leap year and weekly indication, bracelet, warranty and presentation box

Estimate
CHF50,000 - 100,000
€53,800 - 108,000
$61,200 - 122,000
CHF95,250
Lot Details
Manufacturer
Audemars Piguet
Year
2021
Reference No
26574ST.OO.1220ST.02
Case No
PX8023H
Model Name
Royal Oak
Material
Stainless Steel
Calibre
Automatic, cal. 5134/A804, 38 jewels
Bracelet/Strap
Stainless steel Audemars Piguet bracelet, max length 180mm
Clasp/Buckle
Stainless steel Audemars Piguet deployant clasp
Dimensions
41mm diameter
Signed
Case, dial, movement, bracelet and clasp signed
Accessories
Accompanied by Audemars Piguet warranty card, instruction manual, product literature, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.
Catalogue Essay
Audemars Piguet has long been celebrated for its groundbreaking craftsmanship and the enduring allure of its Royal Oak collection. While the Royal Oak first revolutionized watchmaking in 1972, it wasn’t until 1982 that the maison introduced the Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar, combining its mastery of perpetual calendar complications with the now-iconic octagonal design. This innovative fusion quickly became a cornerstone of modern horology and a highly sought-after reference among collectors.

In 2015, Audemars Piguet unveiled the Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar reference 26574, a contemporary reimagining of this legendary model. Featuring a larger 41mm stainless steel case and the self-winding caliber 5134, the ref. 26574 offers a bold wrist presence while maintaining a slim, comfortable profile. Its striking blue "Grande Tapisserie" dial, paired with refined white gold indices, enhances both legibility and elegance. The addition of a 52-week indicator and a photorealistic moonphase at 6 o’clock, complete with a starry night sky, underscores Audemars Piguet’s commitment to technical precision and artistic detail.

This stainless steel ref. 26574 is among the most desirable configurations of the model, blending timeless design with modern proportions. Offered in excellent condition, it presents a rare opportunity for discerning collectors to own a true icon of Audemars Piguet’s storied legacy. With its impeccable craftsmanship and enduring appeal, this timepiece is destined to be cherished for generations.

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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