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Audemars Piguet
Ref. 25960BC.OO.1185BC.02
Royal Oak Chronograph “Salmon Dial”
A spectacular and well preserved white gold chronograph wristwatch with salmon dial and bracelet
- Estimate
- CHF35,000 - 70,000€37,300 - 74,600$43,600 - 87,200
CHF76,200
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- Audemars Piguet
- Year
- 2001
- Reference No
- 25960BC.OO.1185BC.02
- Movement No
- 519’329
- Case No
- E-39114 and No. 068
- Model Name
- Royal Oak Chronograph “Salmon Dial”
- Material
- 18k white gold
- Calibre
- Automatic, cal. 2385, 37 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- 18k white gold Audemars Piguet bracelet, max length 190mm
- Clasp/Buckle
- 18k white gold Audemars Piguet deployant clasp
- Dimensions
- 39mm diameter
- Signed
- Case, dial, movement and bracelet signed
- Accessories
- Accompanied by Audemars Piguet Extract from the Archives dated March 27, 2001 in online PDF format and travel box.
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Catalogue Essay
- The Royal Oak Chronograph ref. 25960BC.OO.1185BC.02 is a rare white gold execution of the iconic design, distinguished by its highly coveted salmon dial.
- The 39mm case features hallmark Royal Oak elements: an octagonal bezel with exposed screws, integrated bracelet, and a slim, architectural profile.
- The salmon-toned Grande Tapisserie dial provides warm contrast to the white gold case, complemented by sub-dials at 3, 6, and 9 o’clock and applied gold indices.
- Numbered 68, this example adds rarity and individuality to an already sought-after configuration, combining elegant materiality with chronograph performance.
- A prized reference among collectors, it embodies Genta’s sport-chic vision with a luxurious twist—uniting iconic design, mechanical precision, and aesthetic rarity.
- The 39mm case features hallmark Royal Oak elements: an octagonal bezel with exposed screws, integrated bracelet, and a slim, architectural profile.
- The salmon-toned Grande Tapisserie dial provides warm contrast to the white gold case, complemented by sub-dials at 3, 6, and 9 o’clock and applied gold indices.
- Numbered 68, this example adds rarity and individuality to an already sought-after configuration, combining elegant materiality with chronograph performance.
- A prized reference among collectors, it embodies Genta’s sport-chic vision with a luxurious twist—uniting iconic design, mechanical precision, and aesthetic rarity.
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.