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Audemars Piguet
Ref. 26579CS.OO.1225CS.01
Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar “Blue Ceramic”
A virtually brand new, exclusive, and exciting blue ceramic perpetual calendar wristwatch with bracelet, leap-year indicator, moon phases, warranty, and presentation box
- Estimate
- $250,000 - 500,000
$406,400
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- Audemars Piguet
- Year
- Circa 2023
- Reference No
- 26579CS.OO.1225CS.01
- Case No
- L’N59’94N
- Model Name
- Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar “Blue Ceramic”
- Material
- Ceramic
- Calibre
- Automatic, cal. 5134, 38 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- Blue ceramic Audemars Piguet bracelet, max overall length 205mm
- Clasp/Buckle
- Titanium Audemars Piguet deployant clasp
- Dimensions
- 41mm Diameter
- Signed
- Case, dial, movement, and bracelet signed.
- Accessories
- Accompanied by Audemars Piguet warranty card, fitted winding presentation box, setting pin, and outer packaging.
Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
After the groundbreaking introduction of the black ceramic Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar in 2017, one that took the watch community by storm, Audemars Piguet followed up in 2019 with a white ceramic iteration. The incredibly time-consuming construction and finishing of the ceramic case and bracelet takes a total of 600 hours of expert craftsmanship. The mirror-like edges on the bezel and links create a subtle yet sensational contrast to the evenly brushed finishes on the case and bracelet. Along with the traditional calendar functions, the present Royal Oak features a 52 week indication as well as a stunning moonphase display- depicted by a photorealistic moon on an iridescent aventurine background. The ceramic perpetual calendar has been spotted on the wrist of celebrities and entertainers, and is widely considered one of the hottest modern watches available.
In an exuberant celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Royal Oak, Audemars Piguet introduced the ceramic Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar in a new, audacious color: a deep azure blue. Absolutely striking, it’s a jubilant monument to this game changing model, and the present example is one of the very few appearances of the model at auction following its debut in August of 2022. It is virtually brand new and unworn, with all of its original accessories – one of the most exciting offerings from the brand with an extremely selective allocation process.
Consigned by the original owner, this blue ceramic remains as steadfastly coveted as when it was first released, a striking example of how Audemars Piguet pushes the limits of convention with regards to their established models.
CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER
In an exuberant celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Royal Oak, Audemars Piguet introduced the ceramic Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar in a new, audacious color: a deep azure blue. Absolutely striking, it’s a jubilant monument to this game changing model, and the present example is one of the very few appearances of the model at auction following its debut in August of 2022. It is virtually brand new and unworn, with all of its original accessories – one of the most exciting offerings from the brand with an extremely selective allocation process.
Consigned by the original owner, this blue ceramic remains as steadfastly coveted as when it was first released, a striking example of how Audemars Piguet pushes the limits of convention with regards to their established models.
CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER
Audemars Piguet
Swiss | 1881A 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.
Browse MakerToday, 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.