Audemars Piguet - The Hong Kong Watch Auction: XII Hong Kong Saturday, June 5, 2021 | Phillips
  • Manufacturer: Audemars Piguet
    Year: Circa 2006
    Reference No: 26107ST.OO.D018CR.01
    Movement No: 632’661
    Case No: F89409
    Model Name: Royal Oak Offshore “Oceanografia Edition”
    Material: Stainless steel
    Calibre: Automatic, cal. 2326, 50 jewels
    Bracelet/Strap: Stainless steel Audemars Piguet bracelet, max length 180mm
    Clasp/Buckle: Stainless steel Audemars Piguet deployant clasp
    Dimensions: 42mm diameter
    Signed: Case, dial, movement, bracelet and clasp signed
    Accessories: Accompanied by Audemars Piguet warranty dated 23rd December 2006 stamped by Audemars Piguet Boutique, New York, Audemars Piguet Certificate of Authenticity and Exclusivity, fitted 40th anniversary Oceanografia presentation box and outer packaging.

  • Catalogue Essay

    The Royal Oak Offshore introduced in 1993 is one of today’s most sought-after luxury sports timepieces by collectors. Since its introduction, the model has evolved into numerous configurations in color and design, as well as limited rare examples that highlights its collectability. The present example is one of such, a rare variant of the Royal Oak Offshore exclusively made for Oceanografia S.A. de C.V, commissioned by fellow collector Amado Omar Yañez Osuna, CEO of offshore oil drilling company in Mexico, to celebrate the firm’s 40th anniversary of its establishment.

    This robust series sports a beautiful deep blue “Mega Tapisserie” dial that perfectly denotes the Oceanografia brand mark, contrasting with the neon yellow chronograph hand and the oversized Arabic numerals. The hour and minute hands are filled with blue luminous material, whilst the hour makers with flashy neon yellow. Under the dark, this combination on the dial lights up with stunning contrast and flamboyance. The case back is furthermore specially engraved with the firms’ 40th anniversary sea horse mark. Adding to its attraction, the present example is part of a limited series of 47 pieces and is offered in great condition that will please every watch lover.

  • Artist Biography

    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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Ref. 26107ST.OO.D018CR.01
A very rare and attractive limited edition stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with date, bracelet, warranty and presentation box, limited edition of 47 pieces, made to commemorate the 40th anniversary of Oceanografia

Circa 2006
42mm diameter
Case, dial, movement, bracelet and clasp signed

Estimate
HK$94,000 - 140,000 
€10,100-15,000
$12,100-17,900

Sold for HK$277,200

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The Hong Kong Watch Auction: XII

Hong Kong Auctions 5-6 June 2021